Chewy Brownies
These chewy brownies are a delightful, indulgent treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with a moist, fudgy texture, making them perfect for family desserts or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk, cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup neutral oil like vegetable or avocado
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder Sifted
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Measured correctly
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Chocolate Chips
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line an 8 by 8-inch light-colored metal pan with foil or parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Microwave for about a minute until melted, then whisk until combined.
- Add the cold eggs and egg yolk to the melted mixture and whisk vigorously for one minute.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and neutral oil until well blended. Sift in the cocoa powder and mix to incorporate.
- Fold in the flour, cornstarch, and sea salt with a rubber spatula until combined but do not over-mix.
- Gently stir in the semisweet chocolate chips, then spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Baking
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a cake tester comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Let cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.
Notes
For a delightful dessert, serve these warm with vanilla ice cream. To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the fridge for a week. Brownies can also be frozen for up to three months.