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Fudgy One-Bowl Cocoa Brownies Recipe for Perfect Gooey Chocolate Centers

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These fudgy one-bowl cocoa brownies feature rich, gooey chocolate centers and come together quickly with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for indulgent late-night cravings or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chunks or chips (semi-sweet and milk chocolate mix preferred)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting some hang over the edges for easy lifting.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Stir gently until the mixture looks glossy and smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the batter is thick and shiny.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate small bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chunks carefully to create gooey centers.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. The edges should be set, and the center should jiggle slightly.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan.
  11. Use the parchment paper edges to lift the brownie slab out of the pan, cut into squares, and serve.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep brownies fudgy, not cakey. Use room temperature eggs to avoid curdling. Melt butter slowly to prevent scorching. Check brownies early to avoid overbaking; the center should jiggle slightly. Let brownies cool fully before slicing to prevent crumbling. Use chocolate chunks instead of chips for gooey pockets. Line pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

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