Description
This Birthday Brownies recipe offers a rich, fudgy chocolate treat perfect for celebrations or any chocolate craving. Made with simple pantry ingredients and baked to perfection, these brownies deliver a moist texture with a deep cocoa flavor, ideal for serving at birthday parties or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9 inch baking pan to prevent the brownies from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and baking powder. Add a pinch of salt if desired for enhanced flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In the same bowl, add the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix well until fully blended, then stir in the melted butter until the batter achieves a smooth consistency.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it with a spatula for uniform thickness.
- Bake the Brownies: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center – it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before cutting into 8 squares. Serve and enjoy your rich, moist birthday brownies!
Notes
- To customize, add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
- To check for doneness, be careful not to overbake to keep brownies moist and fudgy.
- You can line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free alternative, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
