Super Fudgy Brownies

These super fudgy brownies are the epitome of chocolate indulgence, with a dense, moist texture that chocolate lovers dream of.

Serve them as is, or top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce for an extra decadent treat.

Super Fudgy Brownies

What Makes These Brownies Super Fudgy

The irresistible fudginess of these brownies comes from a combination of factors that set them apart from their cakey counterparts. Here’s what makes them exceptionally rich and dense:

  • High Fat-to-Flour Ratio: The use of a generous amount of butter and minimal flour contributes to the dense, moist texture that fudgy brownie lovers crave. This ratio ensures that the brownies have a silky, melt-in-your-mouth feel rather than a cake-like crumb.
  • Minimal Leavening: By avoiding or minimizing leavening agents like baking powder or baking soda, the brownies don’t rise much during baking, which helps maintain their dense structure and fudgy consistency.
  • Underbaking Technique: Pulling the brownies out of the oven when they’re just set and still a bit gooey in the center is key to achieving that fudgy texture. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs, not completely clean.
  • Quality Cocoa and Chocolate: Using high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder and the optional addition of chocolate chips or chunks enhances the rich chocolate flavor and contributes to the fudginess. The melted chocolate also adds to the dense texture.
  • Eggs: The eggs in the recipe bind the ingredients together, providing moisture and richness without the need for additional liquid that could make the brownies cakey.
  • Cooling Time: Allowing the brownies to cool completely before cutting lets them set properly, ensuring that each bite is as fudgy as possible. Cutting into them too early can result in a gooey mess, while waiting rewards you with perfect, dense squares.

These elements combined ensure that each brownie square is decadently rich, with a fudgy texture that chocolate enthusiasts will adore.

Whether enjoyed as a standalone treat or as a base for sundaes and other desserts, these brownies promise a deeply satisfying chocolate experience.

Super Fudgy Brownies

Servings:
16
Prep time:
15 min
Cook time:
25 min
Calories:
250 kcal
These super fudgy brownies are the epitome of chocolate indulgence, with a dense, moist texture that chocolate lovers dream of.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs, cold
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the brownies out easily.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
  3. Stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract into the chocolate mixture until combined.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well with a spoon after each addition until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
  5. Gently fold in the flour and salt, mixing just until combined. Overmixing will make the brownies cakey.
  6. If using, fold in the chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. The batter will be thick.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake to ensure fudginess.
  9. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan set on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift the brownies out of the pan and cut into squares.