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Gooey Brownies

Ultimate Gooey Brownies That Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in these gooey brownies that melt in your mouth, a perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.33 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder Hershey's Special Dark recommended
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter or plant-based butter for vegan
  • 0.33 cup canola oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for added moisture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
  • 2 large eggs or mix flaxseed meal with water as vegan alternative
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips can substitute with dark or milk chocolate
For Custom Add-ins
  • 0.5 to 1 cup M&M's, nuts, or chopped cookies choose your favorites

Equipment

  • 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan with parchment paper and non-stick spray.
  2. Sift together the flour, salt, and cocoa powder in a medium bowl; set aside.
  3. Melt butter and oil together in a saucepan and mix with sugar over medium heat.
  4. Whisk together eggs and sugar in a large bowl, then add vanilla extract.
  5. Combine the cooled butter and oil mixture into the egg mixture while whisking.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips and any custom add-ins.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until edges are firm and the center is slightly soft.
  10. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa for richer flavor. Do not overmix to maintain gooey texture.

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