Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

Name: Fudgy Cocoa Brownies
Prep time: PT15MIN
Cook time: PT30MIN
Yield: 9 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed); 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks (optional, for extra gooeyness)

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-10-14 |27 Comments

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Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

PREP15 min

COOK30 min

Discover the ultimate Fudgy Cocoa Brownies recipe—rich, chewy, and easy to make with pantry staples. Perfect for chocolate lovers craving decadent dessert!

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Ingredients

1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed)
1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks (optional, for extra gooeyness)

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
2
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar together until glossy and combined.
3
Add in eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
4
Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold until just combined—do not overmix.
5
Fold in chocolate chips or chunks, if using.
6
Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top.
7
Bake for 28–32 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
8
Cool completely in the pan, then lift out and cut into squares.