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Absolutely the Best Brownies Ever + RECIPE VIDEO

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Perfectly rich, dense, fudgy brownies every time. They are so easy and come together with just a bowl and a whisk. This is the only brownie recipe I use! Includes how to recipe video

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I like brownies. Cherry Cheesecake Brownies. Almond Joy Brownies. Texas Brownies. Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies (okay, those are for my husband).

It’s time I shared this recipe with you.

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Perfectly rich, dense, fudgy brownies every time. They are so easy and come together with just a bowl and a whisk. This is the only brownie recipe I use!

I have made these brownies countless times. They go back to my University days when I found all my recipes on Allrecipes.com and had no knowledge of food blogging.

On a whim, I decided to try this brownie recipe.

Best decision ever.

Perfectly rich, dense, fudgy brownies every time. They are so easy and come together with just a bowl and a whisk. This is the only brownie recipe I use!

I mean, how do you possibly choose a brownie recipe from 371 recipes on Allrecipes alone?

Back in the day, I had a recipe box on Allrecipes, Better Homes and Gardens, Taste of Home, Kraft, etc., etc., etc.. The day I succumbed to the pressure of Pinterest and asked my sister for an invite was a pretty big turning point in my life. To have just one recipe box — what a genius idea!

Anyway. This is THE brownie recipe you need. (Though since I first made this recipe, I’ve found other favorites, like these Flourless Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies and these Cherry Cheesecake Brownies).

Unless you like cakey, fluffy, crumbly brownies. These are definitely not those.

These brownies are dense, fudgy and rich. They are slightly chewy at the edges and incredibly moist and fudgy underneath. How many times can I use ‘fudgy’ in a brownie description without it becoming redundant?

Perfectly rich, dense, fudgy brownies every time. They are so easy and come together with just a bowl and a whisk. This is the only brownie recipe I use!

I reduced the sugar just a bit in these, because the 3 cups of sugar called for in one 9×13″ pan is a lot, in my opinion. If you like things extra, extra sweet, feel free to add it back in.

I also subbed all of the flour for whole wheat flour. In a brownie like this, I honestly think you would have no idea that it’s 100% whole wheat flour. Again, if you don’t have any or just don’t want to use whole wheat flour, feel free to swap it out for all-purpose.

You need these in your life.

Watch the recipe video:

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Absolutely the Best Brownies Ever

Dense, fudgy brownies that are perfect every time. My go-to recipe! They need no frosting at all.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings 24 brownies
Calories 194kcal
Author Ashley Fehr

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter melted
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar 500g
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or sub all-purpose (about 195g)
  • 1 cup cocoa about 80g
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • chocolate chips for sprinkling on top or to mix in, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine butter, sugar and vanilla with a whisk until smooth.
  • Whisk in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in flour, cocoa and salt until combined.
  • Line a 9x13" pan with tin foil and spray with non-stick spray. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake for 26-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition (this is an estimate)

Nutrition Facts
Absolutely the Best Brownies Ever
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Sodium 127mg 5%
Potassium 94mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 20g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin A 5.5%
Calcium 1.4%
Iron 5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Absolutely the Best Brownies Ever
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Serves: 1 9×13″ pan
Dense, fudgy brownies that are perfect every time. My go-to recipe! They need no frosting at all.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar (500g)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or sub all-purpose) (about 195g)
  • 1 cup cocoa (about 80g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • chocolate chips for sprinkling on top, or to mix in, optional
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine butter, sugar and vanilla with a whisk until smooth.
  3. Whisk in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in flour, cocoa and salt until combined.
  5. Line a 9×13″ pan with tin foil and spray with non-stick spray. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake for 26-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

 

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  1. I’ve made these brownies twice in one week. Lovebthem. A huge hit. This is one of my favorites for sure.

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  3. This was a great recipe ! I made it vegan with flax eggs and coconut oil. Still turned out wonderfully! So moist and dense, proper brownies!

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  4. I was dubious. No baking powder or baking soda? For a 9×13 pan?? Yes!! These were the best brownies I ever baked ever! Cooked 35 minutes. Came out evenly done, gently crisp edges. Co-workers enjoyed them too ?

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  5. We’ve made these so many times, we’ve lost count! Even my 19 year old son makes them. We add 1 cup of milk chocolate chips in, best homemade brownies ever.

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  6. Hi! I just stumbled upon this recipe in my search for the perfect scratch brownie. I have to honestly admit….I love boxed brownies… thickness, taste, texture and consistency. I know, I know…. so I’ve been looking for a recipe that mimics what I love about a boxed mix. Your recipe sounds perfect, and the reviews speak for themselves!! I cannot wait to try making them. Quick question, can I make the recipe as written but use a 9×9 or 8×8 baking pan to make them extra thick? Obviously I’m guessing I’ll just have to keep an extra eye on the baking time since I think it’ll be longer…??

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    • I don’t know if I would try making them in a smaller pan since I find them pretty thick already! I actually find this recipe pretty close to the boxed mixes, so I hope you’ll try it and let me know what you think!

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  7. Greetings,

    I tried this recipe and it is the best one I’ve tried! I added walnuts and gharadelli milk chocolate chips. So good! I halved the recipe. I undercooked mines so put it back in oven, with oven shut off and firmed it up. Then put in freezer for 25 minutes. Outstanding. Thanks for taking the time to post this!! I don’t use box mix because of the strange under and aftertaste.

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  12. Hi,I have a doubt about how to reduce the portions of the recipe.I’m trying new recipes and I found yours interesting.How would you recommend me to adjust the recipe?

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  14. I made the brownies and they were absolutely the best brownie I have had. I made a brownie two layer cake and added caramel sauce as the filling and topped with caramel sauce and pecans. Delicious. This recipe is the best, thank you?

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    • I am making these as I type. I added a few ingredients in rows. Of course, I kept a few rows of plain brownie. Between some of those rows, I added crushed peppermint candy cane in and on one row, a row of crushed walnuts in another row and finally a row with multi-colored sprinkles on another row. I have three kids under the age of 7. We will all have our own favorite by the end of it. I’m sure.

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  15. These are perfect brownies, easy to make and with the right texture. Box brownies have brainwashed too many people into thinking that ultra gooey brownies are the goal. These are like the brownies my master baker grandmother made long ago with the right balance between “cakey” and “oozy.” I added walnuts, too.

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  16. Hi there!!
    I really can confirm that these brownies simply rock!!!
    lots of love from germany <3

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  17. These turned out with a great texture, but were a tad too sweet and not quite chocolatey enough for me. Can you recommend a way to make them darker without changing the great texture? Brownies can be so finicky that way.

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  18. Hi Ashley!
    I’m very excited to make your brownies!
    Can I add a swirled cream cheese mixture to the top before baking? (I’ve made them this way before but my recipe calls for a boxed mix ?)
    Thanks so much!!

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  19. I made these brownies for a family reunion this weekend. They were a hit!! I will definitely make them again!!

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  20. This is THE BEST brownie recipe I have ever tried!! A slice of heaven came down to earth in the shape of this very brownie!

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  23. These smell amazing and look just yours! Can hardly wait to cut into them. I plan on making my own cherry pie filling. Top the brownie with that and some homemade ice cream for my Valentines Day dessert!!

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