Fudgy Brownies
The ultimate treat for lovers of fudgy brownies
Equipment
- pot
- oven
- Mixing bowl
- Ikea milk frother (or mixer of your choice)
Ingredients
- 60 g butter
- 1/2 cup sugar (50% brown + 50% white sugar)
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 egg
- 50g semi-sweet cooking chocolate squares
- 1 tbs cocoa powder
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Over low heat, melt butter until brown bits begin to form. This should take only a few minutes. You've just created brown butter, congrats!
- Into the butter, add the two types of sugar and stir until they melt. Let cool before adding eggs (you don't want to end up with scrambled eggs!)
- In a mixing bowl, whip egg until pale and frothy. This might take several minutes.
- Add in the butter sugar mixture.
- Fold in the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder and salt. Do not overmix, just stir through until you don't see streaks of flour anymore.
- Finally, add in the chocolate squares.
- Pour into a loaf tin lined with baking paper and bake at preheated 180 C for 20 minutes.
- After removing from oven, lightly smash the tin on your counter top. This will help create a crackly top.
- Allow to cool for at least one hour before eating. Enjoy!
Notes
Fudgy Brownies - Quick FAQ
1. What makes brownies fudgy instead of cakey? A higher sugar-to-flour ratio and no baking powder create a dense, moist texture — the hallmark of fudgy brownies. 2. Why shouldn’t I use baking powder in brownies? Baking powder makes batter rise, which leads to airy, cake-like brownies. Skip it if you want rich, gooey ones. 3. Do I need to whisk the eggs for fudgy brownies? Yes. Whisking until pale helps create a glossy top without adding too much air, keeping the brownies dense. 4. What type of sugar is best for fudgy brownies? A mix of brown sugar (for moisture and caramel notes) and white sugar (for shiny crust and crispy edges) works best. 5. How does brown butter improve brownies? Brown butter adds a nutty, toasty depth that enhances chocolate flavour and makes the brownies taste more complex. 6. What kind of chocolate should I use for fudgy brownies? Use good-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate. Higher cocoa content gives richer flavour and a smoother texture. 7. How do I know when fudgy brownies are done? Take them out when the edges are set and the centre is still slightly soft — they continue cooking as they cool. 8. Can I reduce the sugar in fudgy brownies? You can, but lowering sugar may make the brownies less fudgy and affect the shiny, crackly top. 9. How do I make brownies with a glossy, crackly top? Whisking the eggs well and using enough sugar helps create the thin, shiny crust people love. 10. How should I store fudgy brownies? Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days at room temperature. Refrigerate for extra density or freeze for up to 3 months.
1. What makes brownies fudgy instead of cakey? A higher sugar-to-flour ratio and no baking powder create a dense, moist texture — the hallmark of fudgy brownies. 2. Why shouldn’t I use baking powder in brownies? Baking powder makes batter rise, which leads to airy, cake-like brownies. Skip it if you want rich, gooey ones. 3. Do I need to whisk the eggs for fudgy brownies? Yes. Whisking until pale helps create a glossy top without adding too much air, keeping the brownies dense. 4. What type of sugar is best for fudgy brownies? A mix of brown sugar (for moisture and caramel notes) and white sugar (for shiny crust and crispy edges) works best. 5. How does brown butter improve brownies? Brown butter adds a nutty, toasty depth that enhances chocolate flavour and makes the brownies taste more complex. 6. What kind of chocolate should I use for fudgy brownies? Use good-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate. Higher cocoa content gives richer flavour and a smoother texture. 7. How do I know when fudgy brownies are done? Take them out when the edges are set and the centre is still slightly soft — they continue cooking as they cool. 8. Can I reduce the sugar in fudgy brownies? You can, but lowering sugar may make the brownies less fudgy and affect the shiny, crackly top. 9. How do I make brownies with a glossy, crackly top? Whisking the eggs well and using enough sugar helps create the thin, shiny crust people love. 10. How should I store fudgy brownies? Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days at room temperature. Refrigerate for extra density or freeze for up to 3 months.