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Best Gooey Brownies

Indulge in these rich and fudgy brownies that deliver a gooey texture and intense chocolate flavor in every bite. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter preferably unsalted for better flavor control
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped I recommend Ghirardelli or Baker’s for rich flavor
  • 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar, packed light brown sugar lends a depth of flavor
  • 3 large eggs room temperature, let them sit out before mixing
  • 1 large egg yolk room temperature, let it sit out before mixing
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil you can substitute with melted coconut oil for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract always opt for pure vanilla for a more robust taste
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa gives a smoother taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness!
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled to avoid dense brownies, spoon the flour into the measuring cup
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks for gooey bites!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter an 8x8 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some excess hanging over the edges.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Once melted, add the finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate and whisk until smooth. Let it cool until warm to the touch.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, 3 eggs, and 1 egg yolk until the mixture lightens in color (about 3-5 minutes).
  5. Add in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, salt, and the cooled chocolate mixture. Whisk until fully combined.
  6. Gently fold in the flour and chocolate chunks until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake in the center of the oven for 28 to 32 minutes.
  2. Once done, a skewer inserted into the center should come out with a few fudgy crumbs attached but no wet batter.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan. Lift them out with the parchment paper and cut into squares.
  2. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftover brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. Optionally, they can be frozen for up to 3 months. Explore variations like adding nuts or swapping extracts for different flavors.