Best Ever Chewy Brownies
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
71 grams
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
249 grams
- 2 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk
cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
75 grams
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
63 grams
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
128 grams
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a 8 by 8-inch pan with foil or parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2
In a microwave safe bowl, add the butter and sugar. Microwave for about 1 minute, or until the butter is melted. Whisk in the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla. Stir in the oil and cocoa powder.
- 3
With a rubber spatula, stir in the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- 4
Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the brownies are set and a cake tester inserted into the center has moist crumbs attached. Do not overcook. Let cool completely before cutting and serving.
- 5
Brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate chewy brownie experience? These Best Ever Chewy Brownies deliver that perfect, dense chewiness you adore from a box mix, but with an unparalleled, rich chocolate flavor that homemade truly excels at. This is your new go-to recipe for dessert bliss that satisfies every chocolate craving. This brownie recipe truly shines because it delivers on its promise of chewy perfection without compromising on deep, intense chocolate taste. The careful balance of butter and vegetable oil helps create that signature fudgy texture, while the addition of an extra egg yolk and cornstarch are key to achieving an incredibly dense and satisfying chewiness, mimicking the texture of your favorite boxed varieties. Plus, it's a remarkably easy one-bowl recipe, ready in less than an hour total, making it perfect for last-minute cravings or spontaneous baking. You'll achieve brownies that are beautifully rich and intensely chocolatey, with that classic fudgy, dense interior that pulls apart just right. The simplicity of the one-bowl method means significantly less cleanup and more time enjoying your delicious creations. Each bite offers a profound chocolate experience, from the earthy depth of the unsweetened cocoa powder to the melty pockets of semisweet chocolate chips, ensuring a robust flavor profile that deeply satisfies. These brownies aren't overly sweet, allowing the true cocoa notes to shine through, creating a balanced and addictive treat. Feel free to customize your batch of Best Ever Chewy Brownies; while semisweet chocolate chips are specified, you could easily experiment with milk chocolate chips for a sweeter profile or dark chocolate chips for an even more intense chocolate hit. You could also swap a portion of the granulated sugar for brown sugar for a slightly different moisture and flavor complexity. Serve these delightful chewy brownies as a stand-alone treat, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an extra indulgence, or as a crowd-pleasing dessert at any gathering. They’re simply irresistible and destined to become a staple in your recipe collection.