Delish Fudge Brownie Recipes

I make brownies the way I live my life: a little dramatic, slightly overambitious, and with a stubborn refusal to follow the rules. These Delish Fudge Brownie Recipes are the kind of dense, chocolatey squares that make people forget dessert calories are a thing. They stay fudgy in the center, barky at the edges (good for scooping with a spoon, don’t judge), and are dangerously easy to halve, double, or eat straight from the pan while pretending you’re “testing doneness.”

One time I baked these for a “quiet” family movie night. My husband thought “quiet” meant whispering during the action scenes and cracked jokes at the dramatic parts; the kids thought “quiet” meant building a blanket fort that became a small fire hazard. Meanwhile, I attempted to cut perfect brownies and ended up with nine uneven rectangles and one suspicious triangle. He applauded the triangle like it was a modern art piece. I ate mine standing in the kitchen because that’s how serious bakers roll—also because someone was hogging the couch. Yes, this pan is too small. No, I won’t wash fewer dishes.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use a microwave to melt butter and chocolate if you don’t want a double boiler drama. Ten seconds, stir, repeat. Pretend it’s gourmet.
– Buy pre-chopped chocolate or chips. Yes, it’s cheating, and yes, nobody will ever know (or admit it).
– Line your pan with foil or parchment so you can lift the whole slab out and skip the scrubbing stage. Less scrubbing = more brownie reasoning.
– Mix by hand. Save the fancy stand mixer for when you want to feel superior. Hand-stirring builds character.
– If you’re short on time, press the batter into a thinner pan for faster baking—just watch the edges like a hawk.

Serving Ideas

– With a scoop of vanilla ice cream, because cold and warm chocolate is basically a hug.
– Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top to confuse people into thinking you’re fancy.
– Drizzle caramel for when the evening needs rescuing (emergency caramel cures many things).
– Serve with coffee if you’re trying to be responsible. Serve with a glass of something stronger if the kids drove you nuts.
– Honestly, just hand people a fork and stop overthinking it.

What to Serve It With

Brownies are happiest with something creamy or bitter. Vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, espresso, or a glass of cold milk. If you’re feeling theatrical, warm them slightly and add a spoonful of peanut butter or a scattering of toasted pecans. If you’re not feeling theatrical, shove a napkin under one and call it modern dining.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Pan size: Use the recommended pan. Yes, this pan is too small. No, I won’t wash fewer dishes.
– Don’t overmix the batter—stir until just combined; the gluten police will thank you.
– Use a toothpick in the center: a few moist crumbs = perfect fudgy. Total dry = crunchy brownies and regret.
– Let them cool enough to cut or you’ll create brownie rubble and a small domestic catastrophe.
– If you want shiny crackly tops, melt the sugar with the eggs a bit more before adding dry ingredients—science, but lazy-friendly.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts. Try adding espresso powder for depth, chopped nuts for crunch, or swirl in cream cheese for a tangy twist.

Delish Fudge Brownie Recipes

A rich and fudgy brownie recipe topped with chocolate ganache.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for best results.
• ▢ 2 cups sugar
• ▢ 1 cup butter Melted.
• ▢ 4 large eggs
• ▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour Do not pack.
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt Optional.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
• In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder until combined.
• Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
• Finally, fold in flour and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let it cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

These brownies are best enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.