Super fudgy and dense cocoa brownies are gooey on the inside, have a crinkly top, and are made with just 6 ingredients in under 30 minutes! This easy recipe makes the BEST brownies and is the only brownie recipe you will ever need.
I’ve got a super-easy yet DELICIOUS fudgy brownie recipe for you today. Brownies can’t get any fudgier or easier to make than this folks!
These brownies are fudgy, dense, rich, and super chocolate and with just a few basic ingredients and 30 minutes of your time, you’ve got yourself a batch of brownies that is out of this world!
They’re so chocolaty and delicious my only worry is eating the whole batch right out of the oven…
The super fudgy interior along with the crispy crinkle top is a combo made in heaven and will become your new favorite brownies!
A few years back I was hooked on boxed brownie mix and to be honest I thought they were “alright”. I mainly used the mix because it’s very easy to use because the thought of making brownies from scratch terrified me. Turns out, it’s not hard at all!
It may take any extra step making it from scratch but I swear it tastes 1 billion times better and once you try it you will NEVER EVER go back to brownie mix again!
Like I said, these brownies are simple and easy to make. The entire brownie mixture will be made in the pot or bowl you decide to melt your butter.
To save yourself time and effort, melt the butter in the same bowl that you will be mixing the brownie mix in. I like to use a glass microwave-safe mixing bowl so I can go right in to add the rest of the ingredients after melting the butter.
After melting the butter add the sugar and cocoa and stir until fully combined. Then add the eggs, vanilla, flour, and salt; mix and you’re done!
If you like you can now add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, nuts, m&m’s, marshmallows, Reese’s or whatever your heart desires!
TIP FOR MAKING THE BEST FUDGE BROWNIES
Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will allow air to get trapped in the batter and will result in cakey brownies.
Don’t overbake the brownies. If you are looking for fudgy brownies then remove them from the oven when the sides have begun to shrink away from the sides of the pan but the center is still gooey.
Cool before cutting. As hard as it may be, resist the urge to cut the brownies right out of the oven. Instead, cool them to room temperature or place them in the fridge to cool for at least an hour before cutting into them. This extra step will result in perfect professional cuts.
If you’re like me and you love CHOCOLATE, then do yourself a favor and chop up 4 oz of baking chocolate and stir them into the batter. This will take the brownies (which are already AMAZING) to the next level and make them EVEN BETTER.
Easy One Bowl Fudgy Cocoa Brownies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, or oil
- 1 cup sugar, see note
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa, preferably, dutch processed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 tsp salt, leave out if using salted butter
- 1/2 cup favorite adds-ins , (chopped dark chocolate, chocolate chips or walnut)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350F. Grease an 8x8 square pan or a 9x5 loaf pan or line with parchment or foil; set aside.
- In a large microwave-safe mixing bowl, add the butter and microwave for 1 minute or until completely melted. Add the sugar and cocoa powder and whisk vigorously for at least a minute, until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add eggs one at a time then vanilla and whisk for at least 1 minute, until well combined and batter is shiny.
- Stir in flour and salt until the flour is fully combined. Be careful not to overmix mix.
- (optional) fold in 1/2 cup of nuts, raisins, chocolate chips or anything you desire.
- Spread in pan and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the center is slightly set. Be careful not to over-bake!
- Cool completely then cut into 9 large squares or 16 small squares ( I cut mine into 16)
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I made these delicious brownies exactly by the recipe but instead of putting them in a square pan I like to put mine in a muffin pan…I simply scoop with a ice cream scoop(made 9) and their already portioned and a nice size for brownie sundaes.
I’ve Made These Several Times W/ Different Varitions. So Far Best Receipe I’ve Found So Far 💕. I Have Shared The Recipe To Different People After They Tried Them. Big Hit & Easy. Thxs 👊
I’ve made these several times and am always asked for the recipe. I always keep to the minimum time or even less. The tip about looking for the sides to shrink away from the pan is really helpful. That’s when I take them out to cool.
I don’t know why people have to be rude. If they’re dry they’re over baked.
I do land a half times the weights for thick brownies. I always add choc chips and sometimes nuts. Today it’s blackcurrants. Scrummy! Thanks for the recipe.
Definitely didn’t come out like the photo. Wasn’t the worst brownie, but not the best. Wont make again.
I usually don’t leave reviews, particularly negative ones but these were absolutely GROSS. Followed EV-ER-YTHING to a tee. Whole pan literally just went in the trash. GROSSSSS AF
These had a really good brownie taste. I followed the recipe without any changes or additions( like baking chocolate.) I agree on one point with others that they are not thick so next time I will double the batch and make in different pan. The top didn’t crinkle but I don’t care about that so much. I must add that I really liked the fact that they aren’t hard and tough around the edges like most brownies I have made from scratch and box! This is a good recipe for a quick dessert honestly.
This website is terrible. Quit yammering on and on about your personal gluttonous food obsession and just give the recipe. I had to scroll through like 30 pages of ads and someone self-stimulating with repulsive gratuitous keyboard salivating over the product before I was able to excavate the actual recipe from this ginormous load of BS.
Exaggeration much? Lmfao ok, Karen
So easy and delicious! I’ve made these several times, And everyone raves about them! I always add the extra oil to make them extra gooey, I triple the batch for a 9 x 13 for a thick brownie!
Could I make these in a 9 x 9 pan, or would they be too thin?
Recipe looks great!
I used a 9×9 the first time I made these. They were on the thin side but absolutely delicious! It also helped me not eat the whole pan in ones sitting honestly lol. Making these again right now!
Best brownies EVER! I’m 51 and have Never tried to bake ANYTHING from scratch. These came out perfectly. Wish I had doubled the batch. Probably best that I didn’t. Will be making these over and over again. .
Pros: Easy to make in a pinch; cooking time is appropriate; smells delicious. Cons: Too thin; on bitter side; more cake-like consistency than brownies. Next time, I’ll add the extra oil as suggested for extra moisture.
I usually put 1 egg in such a small batch. Otherwise, yes it’ll be a cake like consistency. I also added more sugar and less cocoa.
These do not leave a shiny crinkly top as pictured. They are also about 1/4 inch smaller then regular brownie size. Recipe seems a little misleading from picture. I followed instructions to a tee also. They were just okay.
I just made these and agree with everything you said.
Box brownie what 🙄. They s recipe is the BEST. It turns out perfect every time. I add ghirardella chips, coconut oil ass the teaspoon with butter. I also add brown sugar 1/4 cup with 3/4 cup cane sugar. I use parchment paper instead of foil. I never wait for them to cook completely…. it’s to hard ðŸ˜. I like the yield as I’m a single empty nester but a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzle of fudge and I’m so happy. Thank you for this recipe. I’ve seen recipes similar to this one is best to/for me.
Excellent Brownies! Next time I think I’ll use a bit less cocoa powder and not put in the extra 3 minutes baking time I did. Even though I think I overmixed, still turned out wonderful! I’m 11 and it’s my 1st time making anything. 10/10, would defilement make again.
This was fast, easy and delicious! I doubled the recipe but only used three eggs (as they were XL) and the brownies were perfect!
My Aunt had given me a similar recipe years ago. i made these brownies ALL the time but lost the recipe in a move. So glad to have found this one! For variation I substitute coffee liqueur for vanilla and add pecans.
So easy and always a favourite!
Hi, can you tell me which flour to use plain or self raising, it doesn’t say in the receipe, it’s says just flour.
Hmm… Was it supposed to be “softened” instead of “melted” butter by chance? The sugar would not dissolve in the melted butter and the flour didn’t fully absorb it, either, making a buttery lake that sat on top of the batter. I must have done something wrong as I’ve never seen a batter do that. Anyone else?
It’s in the oven now, but I’m not as confident as I usually feel! Fingers crossed. 🙂
Wow, easy to make. Hard to wait for the brownies to cool!
Moist, I did add a tablespoon of oil and a cup of mini chocolate chips came out delicious
Love the simplicity and adjustability.
Added 3 tbsp of espresso and 3 chopped dates, also a little less sugar. I’m sure I will make these again with different add ins 🙂
These are great and easy to adapt with different toppings. We have put m&m’s on top, chocolate chips inside and on top, marshmallows and others. The key is not to overbake and also not to add too much additional sweet toppings.
I’ve made these about once a month for the last year, we love them! I only add a handful of chocolate chips! My friends & family love them!!!
I made these and they turned out perfect!
In Aus so baked at 175°C for 18mins.
Added 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1 cup of Cadbury choc chips.
Made a quick choc frosting and poured it over while still warm so it was just a thin layer and locked in some moisture. Definitely only need to be cut into 16 pieces, very rich.
Chewy, decadent and just plain gluttony!! Yum.
does the baking powder make them more cakey?
It says sugar*see note Where is the note?
This is 100% my go to recipe for moist fudgey brownies. Everytime I make them everyone loves them. So easy to remember the recipe measurements too! I always add hersheys chocolate chips.
I was wondering the same and only thing close would be to make sure you dissove the sugar.I could be wrong ?
At the very end, after all the instructions, it will say Notes.
Notes
For EXTRA gooey brownies: Add 1 tablespoon oil of choice to the batter along with the butter.
Doubling the recipe: This recipes also doubles really well in a 9×13 pan, add 5-7 minutes baking time. To double, adjust the serving size above to 32.
The sweetness: The recipe calls for 1 cup of sugar; feel free to use between 3/4 cup – 1 1/4 cup depending on your personal preference!
Don’t over-bake. Be sure to bake these brownies for no more than 20-25 minutes. Overbaking the brownies will make them dry and cakey.
The serving size: we cut the brownies into 16 small brownies and the serving size is per brownie. To cut into larger brownies, cut into 9 large peices.
why are these the most dry item of food i’ve ever eaten. i made them because i was sad and it made me even sadder. i can’t even eat one. i hate this website, please do better.
I guess your sadness made you a bad cook because it’s a really good recipe.
I made these brownies and they turned out great. It was the first time I ever made brownies from scratch. My brother thought they were wonderful and he doesn’t even like brownies.
Sorry you are feeling sad. Hope things will Improve 🌞
There is no reason to be rude! They might not be for you, or maybe you did something wrong. I can’t wait to try them out myself!
Made these yesterday and saving the recipe! Entire family loved them. I beat the batter very well and once added flour I made sure to not over mix. I also added the 1 Tablespoon suggestion of oil(did EVOO) and added 70% chocolate chips and walnuts. The top was perfect and the brownies were just the right goey fudge consistency. Did 1 cup sugar and think the sweetness is perfect. Also, be careful with baking times it can really vary between ovens. There is a took pick test you can find online for brownies. You don’t want the toothpick wet or clean. Should have some formed crumbs on it when done. I did this and they came out perfectly. Thanks for the recipe, it’s simple and delicious!
This was the first brownie recipe I tried when the pandemic started and it’s still the only one I make. It’s just so easy and doesn’t create a mess in the kitchen. I recently started substituting paleo flour and coconut sugar (both 1:1) and they’re just as delicious.
Will be giving 5 stars because her instructions, layout, and tips super easy to follow.
However I must have over mixed because mine came out super cakey. Mine were not fudgy. They tasted like a brownie but had a texture like a cake. I will be trying again and do very little mixing.
20 seconds to go and they are pretty shallow. I wish the author of this recipe would state which flour.. self rising??? I hope these turn out. They are for my neighbor who really loves brownies, and asked me if I would bake him some.
Unless otherwise stated always assume the recipe calls for regular flour. Self rising, cake flour and other specialized flours are going to change the outcome unless you have the experience to adjust the other ingredients accordingly. Brownies aren’t supposed to rise much at all, anyway… they are, by definition, dense and gooey as opposed to light and fluffy.
Second time making, simple and delicious, Today I folded in a handful of fresh raspberries after the flour was incorporated. The slight acidic Zing they added was perfect.
I used self-rising flour the first time I made these and added the one tablespoon of oil and it came out perfect the second time I made them I used all purpose flour and it came out dry I will use self-rising flour the next time I make these. Use the self-rising flour when you make these and the one tablespoon of oil they will be perfect.
The recipe does not specify which flour you should use but I recommend using self-rising flour.