Brown Butter Brownies
These brown butter brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with deep, nutty flavors from browned butter. With a crisp, crackly top and a dense, chocolatey center, these homemade brownies are irresistible! Perfect for chocolate lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 brownies
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
- 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk
- ¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Mix the Sugars & Cocoa: Immediately whisk in granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and salt while the butter is still warm. This helps create that crackly top.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract one at a time until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift in the flour and baking powder, then fold until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour batter into a greased or parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool & Serve: Let the brownies cool completely before slicing for the best texture.
Notes
- Browning the butter enhances the flavor, but be careful not to burn it!
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake them.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best taste.
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