My New Favorite Brownies
Brownies are the quintessential comfort food, and nothing beats the combination of rich, fudgy chocolate and a hint of sweetness. I recently stumbled upon a brownie recipe that has become my new all-time favorite, and today I'm excited to share it with you. Straight from the source at The Vanilla Bean Blog, these brownies are an absolute delight. Let's dive into the details and create your own batch of these heavenly treats.
Ingredients You'll Need
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
½ cup canola oil
1½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, creating a handy sling for easy removal.
Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the cold butter and the bittersweet chocolate until both are smooth and creamy. Once melted, remove the mixture from the heat and add the Dutch process cocoa powder, stirring until smooth. Set this decadent mixture aside to cool slightly.
Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, canola oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Add the slightly cooled chocolate mixture and whisk until your batter is luxuriously smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently add the flour mixture to your wet ingredients and stir with a spatula until just combined.
Baking Perfection: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 27 minutes. Look for signs of perfectly baked brownies – the sides should set, the top will have a glossy crackle, and when you insert a wooden skewer or toothpick into the center, it should come out with crumbs (not wet batter).
Cool and Enjoy: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack. To remove them, use the parchment paper sling. Cut your delightful creation into squares and get ready to indulge in brownie heaven.
Conclusion
These brownies are the epitome of chocolatey delight, and I'm sure they will quickly become your new favorite, just as they've become mine. Whether you're baking for yourself, your family, or special occasions, these brownies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The balance of fudginess, sweetness, and rich chocolate flavor is simply unparalleled. So, follow the instructions closely, and treat yourself to a batch of these heavenly brownies. Your taste buds will thank you! For the full recipe and more, make sure to visit The Vanilla Bean Blog.