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Best Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

Unforgettable Best Fudgy Cocoa Brownies in One Bowl

These Best Fudgy Cocoa Brownies are rich, chocolatey, and made in one bowl for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted and hot
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Oil olive or coconut oil recommended
  • 1 1/8 cups Granulated Sweetener can substitute with caster sugar or 1:1 sweetener
  • 2 Large Eggs whisk well for the right fudgy texture
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour do not exceed this amount
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 handful Chocolate Chunks or Chips for added chocolatey experience
  • 1 handful Crushed Nuts walnuts, almonds, or any favorites
  • 1 handful Peanut Butter Chips or Dried Fruit for added flavors and textures

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the baking pan and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine hot melted butter, cooking oil, and sweetener. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla to the mixture and beat until fluffy.
  4. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and add optional toppings if desired.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are firm and the center jiggles slightly.
  7. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out using parchment paper and cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use hot melted butter and avoid over-mixing after adding dry ingredients. Store brownies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

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