Step 1: Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt Butter
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly (warm, not hot).
Step 3: Mix Sugar & Eggs
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Whisk well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add vanilla extract.
✔ Whisking well helps create that shiny crackly top.
Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients
- Sift cocoa powder, flour, and salt together.
- Fold gently into the wet mixture.
- Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chunks.
The batter will be thick and glossy.
Step 5: Bake
- Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes.
✔ The center should still look slightly soft.
✔ A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Step 6: Cool Completely
Let brownies cool fully before cutting for clean slices.
For extra fudginess, refrigerate for 1 hour before slicing.
💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Fudge Brownies
✨ Use high-quality dark cocoa powder.
✨ Do not overbake — slightly underbaked = fudgier texture.
✨ Beat eggs and sugar well for shiny crust.
✨ Add espresso powder (½ tsp) to intensify chocolate flavor.
🍨 Serving Ideas
- Warm with vanilla ice cream
- Drizzle with caramel sauce
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt
- Serve with fresh berries