Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

These ultra-fudgy, decadent chocolate brownies have a shiny, crackly top and an incredibly rich, dense interior. With deep chocolate flavor and a perfectly gooey texture, they’re the ultimate brownie for serious chocolate lovers. This foolproof recipe delivers bakery-quality brownies every single time!

Ingredients

For the Brownies

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 1¼ cups unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, cold
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra chocolate chunks)

Optional Topping

  • ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate for melted topping
  • Flaky sea salt

Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking pan
  • Aluminum foil or parchment paper
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or wooden spoon

Instructions

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