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Easy One Bowl Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

Rich, fudgy, and indulgent brownies made in one bowl for a quick dessert. Perfect for chocolate lovers!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 squares
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup butter (or oil)
  • 1 cup sugar (see note)
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa (preferably, dutch processed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ¼ tsp salt (leave out if using salted butter)
  • ½ cup favorite adds-ins (chopped dark chocolate, chocolate chips or walnut)

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 350F. Grease an 8x8 square pan or line with parchment; set aside.
  • Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl, then whisk in sugar and cocoa until dissolved.
  • Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until well combined and shiny.
  • Stir in flour and salt; fold in optional add-ins.
  • Spread batter in pan and bake for 20 minutes; avoid overbaking.
  • Cool completely, then cut into squares.

Notes

For the fudgiest texture, avoid overbaking. Let cool completely before cutting.
Keyword chocolate