Meltaway Brownies

Rich, fudgy, and utterly decadent, these Meltaway Brownies will satisfy any chocolate craving.

With a velvety smooth texture and intense cocoa flavor, they’re the perfect treat to indulge in.

The best part?

They’re surprisingly easy to whip up, making them a staple for any chocolate lover’s repertoire.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter or cooking spray.

Melt the butter and sugar in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cocoa powder until it’s well combined.

Let it cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.

Add the dry ingredients to the saucepan and stir until just combined.

Stir in the chocolate chips.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Make sure to use room-temperature butter for easier mixing and a better texture.

Don’t overmix the batter, especially when adding the flour mixture, as it can lead to tough brownies.

If using a dark-coated baking pan, reduce the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C) to prevent overcooking.

Let the brownies cool completely in the pan to ensure they set properly and are easier to cut.

To ensure the brownies are done, check for a few moist crumbs on the toothpick, but not wet batter.

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

If you want a chewier center, bake for 23-25 minutes.

If you prefer a firmer brownie, bake for 27-30 minutes.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 53g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 34g
• Protein: 5g