No matter what time of year or what type of occasion, brownies are always on my family’s dessert menu. While it’s very easy to turn to a boxed mix, there’s something about homemade brownies that can’t be beat. And when baking a batch (or two) of extra rich and fudgy brownies is this easy, there is no reason to make anything else. Here are a few reasons why you should try this recipe, especially if you’re on the hunt for a new chocolate dessert.
What Makes Them So Good
The ingredients are easy to find: Despite being around bakers my entire life, I am easily intimidated by long ingredient lists and recipes with too many intricate steps. You can find everything for these brownies in one grocery stop.The hands-on time is under 30 minutes: The truth is, I don’t have a lot of patience when it comes to cooking or baking, and this recipe only requires 15 minutes of hands-on time.The flavor is incredible: If you know anyone who likes chocolate, then this recipe is sure to impress. The secret to these extra-chocolatey brownies? Cocoa powder, dark chocolate chips, and instant espresso powder.
Why Everyone Loves These Brownies
I come from a family of bakers, so it’s not always easy to impress. My mom is known for her cookies and cakes, which is why I like to add something that complements her sweet, elaborate spread–and brownies are the perfect addition. The brownies are perfect on their own, but my niece and nephew love topping with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or turning these fudgy treats into ice cream sandwiches.
Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
What Readers Say About This Recipe
Based on the reviews below, it seems as readers love this recipe just as much as my own family. Here’s what reviewers had to say:
“Absolutely stunning! I made it exactly as directed and was a little worried when, halfway through baking, it had risen like I was making a cake. But as it cooled afterwards, it deflated and created a beautiful craggy crust. The brownies were super moist, dense, and the perfect balance of sweet and bitter with the inclusion of espresso powder. This recipe will be a mainstay in my kitchen from now on.””This recipe is fantastic. I made it exactly as written except for I halved the recipe and made it in an 8×8 pan. I baked it for 27 minutes and it was perfect. This is going into my binder of “keeper” recipes.””So much better than the boxed mix.””I like my brownies plenty fudgy, and these came out just right.””yum, yum, yummy!!! no notes. I added flaky sea salt on top after they were baked and it was so good.””Best brownie recipe I have come across yet. These are delicious and come out perfect every time.”
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