Description
A dense, chewy, and fudgy brownie recipe that serves two to three people. Made in a single bowl with a crackly top and zero waste, this dessert uses simple pantry staples for a quick and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (20g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- Melt the butter in the microwave or saucepan. Let it cool for a minute so it is liquid but not hot enough to cook the eggs.
- In a medium mixing bowl, crack the eggs and add the sugar. Whisk vigorously for 30-60 seconds until the mixture is pale and frothy.
- Pour the melted butter into the egg and sugar mixture. Add the vanilla extract and whisk until combined and glossy.
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt to the wet ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined and no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
- Let the batter rest in the bowl for 10 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes. The brownies are done when the top is dry and crackly, but the center still looks slightly soft and jiggly.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow the fudgy center to set.
Notes
For the best crackly top, ensure you whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously and use melted butter, not room temperature. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes before baking. Do not overbake; the center should still jiggle slightly. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For vegan, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use vegan butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 65
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: small batch brownies, one bowl brownies, fudgy brownies, brownies for one, easy dessert, crackly top brownies, gluten-free option, vegan option