brownie recipe

 Chewy Chocolate Brownies

Yields: 16 brownies

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 25-30 minutes

Ingredients:

 * 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces

 * 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips

 * 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

 * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

 * 2 large eggs

 * 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

 * 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

 * Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.

 * Melt butter and chocolate: In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), melt butter and chocolate chips, stirring occasionally, until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

 * Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.

 * Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt.

 * Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

 * Stir in chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips.

 * Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

 * Cool and serve: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.

Tips:

 * For fudgier brownies, underbake slightly.

 * For cakier brownies, bake for a few extra minutes.

 * Add nuts or other mix-ins for extra flavor and texture.

 * Top with powdered sugar or chocolate ganache for an extra decadent treat.

Enjoy your delicious homemade brownies!