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Brown Butter Brownies

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 16 pieces
Calories 250
Rich, fudgy brownies with a deep nutty flavor from browned butter, perfect for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate) (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment.
  • Brown the butter over medium-low heat until golden and nutty, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Whisk cocoa powder and vanilla into the browned butter until smooth.
  • Beat eggs and brown sugar until fluffy, then fold in the butter mixture.
  • Mix in flour, salt, and chocolate chips; transfer to pan and bake for 25 minutes.

Notes

For extra richness, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top before baking.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brown butter, brownies, chocolate