Description
Indulge in the rich chocolate flavor and fudgy consistency of classic brownies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of baking soda, and 1/2 tsp of salt in a medium bowl.
- Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a large saucepan over low heat and stir in 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, 1/4 cup of water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
- Add 2 large eggs and whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and, if using, 1/2 cup of chopped nuts.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
Use quality chocolate for best flavor. Let brownies cool completely for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg