How To Make The Best Brownies

These amazing homemade brownies boast the same chewiness as boxed ones but deliver an extra punch of intense chocolatey goodness. Because these brownies are made with both melted high-quality chocolate and cocoa powder, they have a well-rounded chocolate taste with an extra depth of flavor that makes them irresistible. Remember to remove the brownies from the oven when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist, fudgy crumbs; any longer, the brownies will turn out dry. For the final touch, sprinkle with sea salt for that irresistible sweet-savory contrast. After cooling, slice into squares for a treat bound to vanish in no time!

Quick Info

⏱️ 85 min • 🍽️ 24 servings • ⭐ 95%

Nutrition

158 cal • 3g protein • 26g carbs • 4g fat

Ingredients

2½ sticks (1¼ cups) unsalted butter, plus more, softened, for greasing
8 ounces good-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate (60-70% cacao), roughly chopped
¾ cup unsweetened Dutch process cocoa powder, divided
1 tablespoon espresso powder
2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup dark brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons kosher salt
6 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling