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    Home » Recipes » Dessert » Bar Cookies

    Fudge Brownies

    Published by Melissa on March 20, 2023 | Updated March 20, 2023 | 99 Comments

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    This Fudge Brownies recipe are the best brownies I have ever made. A perfect balance of fudgy with just a touch of cakey and you have everything you need to make them at home! via @barbarabakesThis Fudge Brownies recipe are the best brownies I have ever made. A perfect balance of fudgy with just a touch of cakey and you have everything you need to make them at home! via @barbarabakesThis Fudge Brownies recipe are the best brownies I have ever made. A perfect balance of fudgy with just a touch of cakey and you have everything you need to make them at home! via @barbarabakesThis Fudge Brownies recipe are the best brownies I have ever made. A perfect balance of fudgy with just a touch of cakey and you have everything you need to make them at home! via @barbarabakes

    These Fudge Brownies are the best brownies I have ever made. A perfect balance of fudgy with just a touch of cakey.

    I’ve written many times about how much I love cookies, but I would have a hard time choosing between a chewy chocolate chip cookie and a rich, fudgy brownie. But when you add chocolate chips to the brownie, the brownie wins hands down.

    stack of fudge brownies

    Fudge Brownie Recipe

    King Arthur describes these brownies perfectly:

    Fudgy, cakey, fudgy, cakey… can’t make up your mind? If you’re looking for a brownie that’s right in between those two styles, you’ve found it. These brownies combine a fudge brownie’s ultra-moist texture with a subtle cake-like rise, for the best of both worlds.

    fudge brownie ingredients

    Ingredients

    • Butter
    • Sugar
    • Eggs
    • Cocoa
    • Baking powder
    • Espresso powder
    • Vanilla
    • Flour
    • Chocolate chips

    Recipe Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9″ x 13″ pan. Line with parchment paper, optional.
    2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and cook until mixture is hot, but not bubbling.
    3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, cocoa, salt, baking powder, espresso powder, and vanilla until smooth. Add the hot butter/sugar mixture and stir until smooth. Add the flour and stir until smooth.
    4. Let the batter cool in the bowl for 20 minutes then stir in the chips. Spread batter into prepared pan.
    5. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the brownie edges are set and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it. Remove them from oven and cool completely on a rack before cutting.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I know when brownies are baked?

    You will know when the brownies are done baking because the edges are set and when a cake tester is inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it.

    What is the best way to grease a pan for brownies?

    The easiest way to prepare a brownie pan is to lightly spray the pan with cooking spray.

    Should you let brownie batter rest?

    I like to let the brownies cool completely in the baking dish before cutting and serving. This will result in a much cleaner cut and prettier servings.

    Is it better to bake brownies in a glass or metal pan?

    I prefer baking brownies in a glass pan. Metal pans heat up at a much slower rate and then get very hot. Stick with the glass pans.

    fudge brownies cut in squares

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    If you’ve tried this King Arthur Flour Fudge Brownies or any other recipe on Barbara Bakes, then don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave me a comment below! I would love to hear about your experience making it. And if you snapped some pictures of it, share it with me on Instagram so I can repost on my stories.

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    4.55 from 24 votes

    Fudge Brownies

    This Fudge Brownies recipe are the best brownies I have ever made. A perfect balance of fudgy with just a touch of cakey and you have everything you need to make them at home!
    Prep Time30 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr
    Course: Bar Cookies, Dessert
    Keyword: Chocolate, Dessert
    Servings: 16 brownies
    Calories: 399kcal
    Author: Melissa Griffiths
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
    • 2 ¼ cups granulated sugar
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 ¼ cups Dutch-process cocoa
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon espresso powder optional
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 cups chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9″ x 13″ pan. Line with parchment paper, optional.
    • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and cook until mixture is hot (about 110°F to 120°F), but not bubbling.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, cocoa, salt, baking powder, espresso powder (if using), and vanilla until smooth. Add the hot butter/sugar mixture and stir until smooth. Add the flour and stir until smooth.
    • Let the batter cool in the bowl for 20 minutes then stir in the chips. Spread batter into prepared pan.
    • Bake for about 30 minutes, until the brownie edges are set and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it. Remove them from oven and cool completely on a rack before cutting.

    Notes

    slightly adapted from King Arthur Flour Fudge Brownies

    Nutrition

    Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 191mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 414IU | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg
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    If you’re a brownie fan, definitely give King Arthur Flour Fudge Brownies for a try. You will not be disappointed.

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    1. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella

      August 22, 2016 at 3:58 am

      Ooh look at those lovely big bits of chocolate mum! I knew you’d make awesome brownies. Call it a sense 😉 xxx

      Reply
    2. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella

      August 22, 2016 at 3:58 am

      Ooh look at those lovely big bits of chocolate mum! I knew you’d make awesome brownies. Call it a sense 😉 xxx

      Reply
    3. lynn

      June 06, 2015 at 5:31 pm

      I printed this recipe out, Barbara, back when you first posted it, and I finally got around to making them. Mmm mmm good!

      Reply
      • Barbara Schieving

        June 09, 2015 at 5:57 am

        Thanks Lynn – so fun that you saved the print out all this time. They really are a great brownie. I need to make them again.

        Reply
    4. Patty

      April 09, 2013 at 7:45 pm

      I forgot to say I did add the espresso powder which I like in brownies!

      Reply
    5. Patty

      April 09, 2013 at 7:43 pm

      These were awesome! They were very fudgy. I used Hershey Cocoa Special Dark and milk chocolate chocolate chips. They are our new FAVORITE!!!

      Reply
      • Barbara Schieving

        April 09, 2013 at 8:43 pm

        Thanks Patty! It sounds like a great combination.

        Reply
    6. Carol

      January 13, 2012 at 8:16 am

      Hello! I made these brownies last night and could not get as beautiful picture as you had. I did use your picture, but I gave you credit for the picture and linked it back here to your website. I hope you get LOTS of visitors! You have tons of wonderful recipes here!!

      Reply
    7. Monica H

      May 16, 2010 at 4:36 am

      These look incredibly dark and luscious. I haven't made a homemade brownie that I really like but I've heard good things about this one. This recipe is definietly one I plan on making.

      Reply
    8. oneordinaryday

      April 17, 2010 at 6:28 pm

      How funny. I just made these but gave them my own twist. They ARE delicious!

      Reply
    9. Deeba PAB

      April 15, 2010 at 3:36 pm

      Tower of sinful goodness Barbara … droolicious!
      Welcome back GF; missed you!!

      Reply
    10. Jamie

      April 15, 2010 at 11:50 am

      Barbara, I've made the King Arthur brownies before and you are right! They are the best brownies ever! Yours look even more luscious, decadent and chocolatey than mine and man-oh-man you have to go and add ice cream and fusge sauce to make them even more amazing!

      Reply
    11. krissy @ thefoodaddicts.com

      April 14, 2010 at 12:10 am

      that looks amazingly rich and delicious. i can probably only handle a couple of bites, but they will be the most pleasant bites ever! i gotta try these fudge brownies. my hubby would love 'em.

      Reply
    12. Cheri

      April 13, 2010 at 12:18 pm

      Ooo.. Those do look delectable! I am definitley a brownie lover. Especially with the sunday toppings. Mmm.. I think this will be the next one I try as I haven't found that perfect brownie yet.

      Reply
    13. theUngourmet

      April 13, 2010 at 1:13 am

      These brownies look heavenly! I could just eat myself silly! 😀

      Reply
    14. Jamie

      April 12, 2010 at 8:43 pm

      Oh my Barbara, these brownies do like the best. My whole family loves brownies. I am bookmarking this recipe for sure. I've never seen that King Arthur cocoa powder here. Do you know what stores they sell it at?

      Reply
    15. Kamalika

      April 12, 2010 at 7:34 pm

      First time in ur blog….u have a grt collection of awesome dishes…glad to follow u…

      Reply
    16. ♥Sugar♥Plum♥Fairy♥

      April 12, 2010 at 5:39 pm

      i love KAF too ,and am a big fan of their products as well as recipes.
      Your brownies are perfectly fudgy and gooey'ly delicious….
      And u have some of the most amazing bakes here ….

      Reply
    17. April

      April 12, 2010 at 12:49 pm

      These look wonderful!!! thinking I'm going to have to make them soon!

      Reply
    18. Trish

      April 12, 2010 at 1:54 am

      Those look amazing! I made brownies today too….but quite a different kind. … smile….

      Reply
    19. Marisa

      April 12, 2010 at 1:49 am

      These look amazing!!!! I've gone sugar-free for the last few weeks and thse are making me salivate!!!!

      Reply
    20. Arlette

      April 11, 2010 at 8:39 pm

      Hello Barbara

      Gorgeous looking brownies, Kathleen has your brownies on her to do list and i invited myself over , I think i better whip a batch because i dont think I can wait
      thanks for sharing…. will give you the results soon.

      Reply
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