Classic Chocolate Brownies
Nothing beats a homemade brownie fresh from the oven. This simple recipe creates perfectly fudgy brownies with a crackly top and an irresistibly rich chocolate flavour.
Ingredients
200g dark chocolate
180g unsalted butter
1 cup caster sugar
½ cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plain flour
¼ cup cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
100g chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper.
Melt the butter and dark chocolate together over low heat or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
Add both sugars and whisk until combined.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then gently fold everything together until just combined.
Stir through the chocolate chips if using.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and spread evenly.
Bake for 25–30 minutes. The centre should still be slightly soft for a fudgy texture.
Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Serving Suggestions
Dust with icing sugar.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Add fresh berries for a lighter finish.
Drizzle with salted caramel sauce for an extra indulgent dessert.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days or refrigerate for up to one week. Brownies can also be frozen for up to three months.
