How to Make Brownies From Scratch - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of rich, fudgy, and decadent brownies, then you're in for a real treat with this recipe for Brownies From Scratch. This classic dessert is a perennial favorite, beloved for its deep chocolate flavor and indulgent texture. And the best part? You can easily whip up these brownies in the comfort of your own kitchen, using simple and wholesome ingredients.

Forget the boxed mixes and pre-packaged treats - these homemade brownies are a game-changer. With their crackly, shiny...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 8-inch square baking pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Melt butter and chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Remove top of double boiler and stir sugar, flour, eggs, salt, and vanilla extract into chocolate mixture until batter is smooth. Fold walnuts into batter; spread into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cut brownies while warm.
  • Nutrition

    159 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 103mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 75mg