Save Pin Rich, dense, and irresistibly chocolaty brownies with crunchy walnuts, made effortlessly in a single baking pan for easy cleanup.
This is one of my favorite go-to recipes for satisfying a chocolate craving without much fuss.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar, 4 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Add-ins: 1 cup (120 g) chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup (90 g) semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In the baking pan, melt the butter in the preheating oven. Remove the pan and stir in the sugar directly into the melted butter until combined.
- Step 3:
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4:
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder over the wet mixture in the pan. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined.
- Step 5:
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips if using, ensuring theyre evenly distributed.
- Step 6:
- Smooth the batter evenly in the pan.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake for fudgy brownies).
- Step 8:
- Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Save Pin These brownies always bring back fond memories of family gatherings and cozy afternoons.
Required Tools
9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan, spatula or wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, sifter (optional), knife for cutting
Allergen Information
Contains eggs, dairy (butter), gluten (flour), and tree nuts (walnuts). Check all ingredient labels for possible cross-contamination if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 340, Total Fat 20 g, Carbohydrates 38 g, Protein 4 g
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Enjoy these brownies warm or at room temperature for the best fudgy texture every time.
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I achieve fudgier brownies?
For an extra fudgy texture, slightly underbake the brownies by checking them a few minutes before the full baking time ends. The center should have moist crumbs.
- → Can I substitute walnuts with other nuts?
Yes, pecans or hazelnuts work well as alternatives. You can also omit nuts entirely for a nut-free variant.
- → Is it necessary to melt butter directly in the baking pan?
Melting butter directly in the pan helps combine ingredients smoothly without extra dishes, but melting separately also works.
- → What’s the best way to check doneness?
Insert a toothpick into the center—if it comes out with a few moist crumbs, the brownies are ready without overbaking.
- → How should I store leftover brownies?
Store cooled brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.