Cocoa Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butters)
chopped into small cube (226g
- 2 cups granulated sugar
400g
- 1 cup dutch process cocoa
100g
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 4 large eggs
- ⅔ cup all purpose flour
70g
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 335.
- 2
Line a 9×9″ or 8×8’ square pan with a parchment paper overhang (two overlaying sheets so the pan is completely covered).
- 3
Over a double boiler or in a pot set over low heat, melt the butter. When it has fully melted, add the the sugar and cocoa.
- 4
Stir and continue to cook until the mixture is smooth and registers 140 F. You’ll notice that at this temperature the liquid starts to separate a bit.
- 5
Remove from heat and pour into a bowl. Let it cool slightly, until it is warm to touch, so it doesn’t cook the eggs in the next steps.
- 6
Stir in the salt and vanilla.
- 7
Add the eggs and beat with a hand mixer until the mixture is just smooth and silky (about 20 seconds). You can also do this with a whisk.
- 8
Add the flour and mix to just combine, careful not to overmix.
- 9
Pour into baking pan and bake until the center has puffed up and/or a cake tester inserted into the center comes out with some wet crumbs, but is not overly gooey, about 40-45 minutes depending on the size of your pan(less if you're using a 9x9, more if using an 8x8).
- 10
Allow to cool in the pan and then use the parchment sling to lift it out.
- 11
Slice into 1 inch squares.
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About this Recipe
Craving a brownie that truly delivers on rich, intense chocolate flavor? These Cocoa Brownies are designed to satisfy your deepest chocolate desires, offering a homemade treat that tastes incredibly indulgent without needing special ingredients.
The magic lies in using bloomed cocoa—a simple technique that unlocks and amplifies the cocoa powder's full potential, resulting in an exceptionally deep, fudgy, and complex chocolate experience. This method ensures every bite is packed with pure cocoa goodness, avoiding the blandness sometimes found in other brownie recipes.
Prepare for a truly decadent dessert. Each bite of these Cocoa Brownies offers an intensely rich, almost dark chocolate flavor profile, balanced perfectly with the sweetness of granulated sugar. You'll find a perfectly chewy, fudgy texture that gives way to a moist interior, making them satisfyingly dense without being heavy. The sea salt subtly enhances all those wonderful chocolate notes. This recipe focuses on delivering a deeply chocolaty experience that is straightforward to achieve, making it a rewarding baking project for any home cook.
While perfect as is, you can personalize these brownies. Consider adding a swirl of peanut butter for a nutty contrast, or sprinkling flaky sea salt on top before baking for an extra pop of flavor and texture. For a hint of coffee, a teaspoon of instant espresso powder can deepen the chocolate flavor further without tasting overtly like coffee.
These Cocoa Brownies are ideal for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dessert to a potluck or party spread. They are wonderful served simply on their own, or elevated with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.