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fudgy brownies

Fudgy Baking Chocolate Brownie Recipe


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Indulge in the nostalgia of school days with these fudgy baking chocolate brownies. Loaded with rich chocolate goodness, this recipe is a delightful journey back to those lunch tray treats. Enjoy the chewy, walnut-studded brownies topped with a luscious chocolate cream frosting. Pure decadence in every bite!


Ingredients

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Fudgy Brownies:

  • 1 cup butter
  • 8 ounces baking chocolate
  • 5 eggs
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups walnuts

Chocolate Cream Frosting:

  • 1.25 cups sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 5 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a microwave-safe dish, melt 1 cup of butter and 8 ounces of baking chocolate for about 2 minutes, in the microwave (make sure to cover the dish).
  3. Grease a 9×13 pan and set aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl of an electric mixer, combine 5 eggs, 3 cups of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract. Mix well with the paddle attachment.
  5. Slowly incorporate the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture until fluffy.
  6. Add in the melted butter and chocolate mixture.
  7. Add 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
  8. Fold in 2 cups of walnuts, if desired.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes or until fudgy crumbs appear in the center.
  10. While the brownies are baking, prepare the frosting.
  11. In a saucepan, combine 1.25 cups of sugar and 1 cup of heavy cream. Simmer for 3 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
  12. Reduce heat to low and simmer for an additional 7 minutes.
  13. Add 5 ounces of unsweetened baking chocolate, 1/2 cup of butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Stir until smooth and velvety.
  14. Let the frosting cool in the fridge, stirring every 5 minutes for 30 minutes.
  15. Once the brownies are done, let them cool before spreading the luscious chocolate frosting on top.
  16. Cut into squares and enjoy these indulgent fudgy baking chocolate brownies!
  • Prep Time: 30
  • Cook Time: 45