Description
These dense, chewy, and fudgy brownies replicate the popular Crumbl bakery style with a shiny crust and gooey center. They are quick to make, using simple pantry ingredients for a rich chocolate treat ready in under 30 minutes of active time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until smooth and glossy (about 1-2 minutes). Let cool for one minute.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted chocolate mixture with granulated and brown sugars until it resembles wet sand.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking vigorously until the batter turns a lighter, orange-ish color. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Pour dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Fold with a spatula until no streaks of flour remain. Fold in nuts if using.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Edges should be set, but center should look slightly soft. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) before cutting to allow the structure to set.
Notes
Do not overbake; brownies continue to cook on the hot pan. Ensure eggs are at room temperature to prevent the chocolate from seizing. For a shiny crust, whisk the sugar into the melted chocolate mixture thoroughly. If your oven runs hot, cover with foil after 20 minutes. Cooling completely is essential for the fudgy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (1/16 of th
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: brownies, crumbl style, fudgy brownies, chocolate dessert, easy baking, homemade brownies, quick dessert