Chewy Brownies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Chopped semi-sweet chocolate bars (8 oz/226g).
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Unsalted butter (1/2 cup/113g).
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White sugar (3/4 cup/150g).
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Brown sugar, either light or dark (1/4 cup/50g).
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Three large eggs.
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Vanilla extract, pure (1 teaspoon).
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Flour, all-purpose (2/3 cup/84g).
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Cocoa powder, unsweetened (2 tablespoons/10g).
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Pinch of salt (1/4 teaspoon).
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Semi-sweet chocolate chips (1 cup/180g).
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Softened butter for frosting (1/2 cup/113g).
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Powdered sugar (1 1/2 cups/180g).
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Extra cocoa powder for frosting (1/3 cup/27g).
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Warm milk or heavy cream (3 tablespoons).
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A drop of vanilla for frosting (1/2 teaspoon).
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A tiny pinch of salt for frosting.
# Instructions:
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Gently melt butter and chopped chocolate in the microwave or on the stove at low heat. Let it cool for about 5 minutes.
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Mix the sugars into the chocolate mixture. Stir in the eggs and vanilla, then combine with the flour, cocoa, and salt. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
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Line a 9-inch square pan and pour the batter in. Bake at 350°F for 32-35 minutes. Check with a toothpick—it should have moist crumbs sticking to it.
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Put the pan on a wire rack and let the brownies cool off for 1-2 hours.
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Whip the butter until it’s fluffy. Blend in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, warm cream, vanilla, and a tiny bit of salt until smooth and creamy.
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Spread the frosting over the brownies once they’re cool. Slice them into squares when ready.
# Notes:
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Use high-quality chocolate bars instead of chocolate chips when melting.
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Underbaking slightly gives a better texture.
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Store frozen for up to 3 months.