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Glossy Fudge Brownies Recipe

This glossy fudge brownies recipe is a rich, indulgent dessert that features a signature crinkly, paper-thin crust and a chewy yet tender texture.
Perfect for chocolate lovers, these brownies combine cocoa and chocolate for a deep, bold flavor that melts in your mouth.
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Active Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 pieces

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch aluminum baking pan
  • Stand mixer or electric whisk
  • Fine-mesh sieve

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 3 sticks unsalted butter 12 ounces
  • 1 cup chopped dark chocolate (72%)
  • 2 ¼ cups white sugar
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder optional

Instructions
 

Prep the Pan and Ingredients

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and adjust the rack to the middle position.
  • Line a 9x13-inch aluminum baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal, and grease lightly.
  • Sift the cocoa and flour together into a bowl and set aside.

Make the Chocolate-Butter Mixture

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase the heat to medium and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter becomes golden and silent.
  • Remove the butter from the heat and immediately stir in the chopped chocolate until smooth. Set aside to cool.

Prepare the Batter

  • In a stand mixer bowl, combine white sugar, brown sugar, salt, eggs, vanilla, and espresso powder (if using). Beat on high speed for about 8 minutes until thick and fluffy.
  • Lower the speed and slowly pour in the warm chocolate-butter mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
  • Add the sifted cocoa-flour mixture and gently fold with a spatula, ensuring no streaks remain.

Bake the Brownies

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the brownies are glossy and slightly firm to the touch.
  • Let the brownies cool to room temperature, then lift them from the pan using the foil overhang.

Slice and Serve

  • Cut into 24 squares and enjoy! Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 6 months.

Notes

Variations
  • Cream Cheese: Fold frozen cream cheese chunks into the batter for a tangy flavor.
  • Danger Brownies: Toss brownie chunks with ganache for an extra decadent topping.
  • Hazelnut (Gluten-Free): Replace flour with hazelnut flour for a nutty twist.
  • Milky Swirl: Add condensed milk swirls to create caramel-like layers.
Notes
  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • If the butter is overcooked, strain it to remove burnt solids before mixing.
  • Brownies may seem light when warm but develop a fudgy crumb as they cool.
Keyword chocolate brownie recipe, crinkly brownie crust, dessert recipes, easy fudge brownies, glossy brownies
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