Perfect Fudgy, Chocolatey, Gooey, Thick Brownies
These irresistibly rich chocolate brownies deliver everything you love: a crisp, crackly top, deeply fudgy centers, and an intense chocolate flavor that’s pure indulgence. Best of all, you only need one bowl to whip them up, making this the perfect go-to brownie recipe for any occasion.
Whether you enjoy them as is or dress them up with nuts or extra chocolate chips, these brownies promise to be a hit every time. Moist, chewy, and perfectly gooey, they strike the ideal balance between cakey and dense — true brownie perfection.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One-Bowl Wonder – Minimal cleanup.
- Ultra Fudgy Texture – Gooey centers with chewy edges.
- Crisp Crackly Top – Classic brownie finish.
- Customizable – Add nuts, extra chocolate, or swirl in caramel.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 5 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup canola oil or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus more for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. - Prepare the Batter:
In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, eggs, salt, oil, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Stir until fully combined and smooth. - Add Chocolate Chips:
Gently fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a handful to sprinkle on top if desired. - Bake:
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips over the top. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist, fudgy crumbs (not completely clean). - Cool Completely:
Remove from oven and allow brownies to cool fully in the pan before slicing. For cleaner cuts, you can refrigerate the brownies for 20–30 minutes before slicing into squares.
Optional Add-Ins
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- White chocolate chips
- Peanut butter swirl
- Espresso powder (1 teaspoon for deeper chocolate flavor)
Tips for Perfect Brownies
- Don’t overmix the batter; mix just until combined.
- For extra gooey brownies, slightly underbake them.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for maximum flavor.
These Perfect Fudgy Brownies are rich enough to satisfy any chocolate craving and easy enough to make anytime you need a crowd-pleasing dessert.