Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Allow it to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using). The batter should be thick and fudgy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and indulge in the chocolaty goodness! Pro tip: Warm them up slightly before serving for an extra gooey experience.