If you’re in the mood for a quick, fudgy, and chewy treat, these Chocolate Brownies are just the ticket! Perfectly simple to mix up in one bowl, they can be enjoyed plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a luscious chocolate frosting. Whether you’re whipping up a last-minute dessert or planning for a special occasion, these brownies are sure to impress.
Chewy Chocolate Brownies
Perfectly simple to mix up in one bowl, they can be enjoyed plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a luscious chocolate frosting.
Ingredients
- Brownies:
- 1 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate Frosting (optional):
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2-3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5-6 tablespoons milk (or half and half, or cream)
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar and oil. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Add Dry Ingredients:
Add the cocoa powder, salt, and flour to the wet mixture. Stir until well combined.
Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the brownies cool completely before frosting.
Optional Chocolate Frosting:
Cream the butter until light and fluffy. Add the cocoa powder and salt, mixing until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, alternating between the two, until you reach your desired frosting consistency. Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies.
Store:
Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
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