My one-bowl chewy brownies are my weakness, boos. SO decadent, and way too delish! I show you exactly how to nail that crackly top and fudgy, chewy texture like nobody else. I also bumped up the brown sugar and threw in a splash of oil (my top secret, don’t tell anyone!).
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Video Tutorial
How to Make Chewy Brownies
Mix Your Brownie Batter
Step 1: Add melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to a medium-sized bowl.
Step 2: Mix with your hand mixer on medium speed. Then, add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition to incorporate.
Step 3: Mix in oil and vanilla extract.
Step 4: Slow down your mixer, then mix in the cocoa and flour mixture.
Prep Your Pan and Bake!
Step 5: Pour the brownie batter into a baking non-stick sprayed 8×8-sized baking pan.
Step 6: Bake your fudgy and chewy brownies until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out just barely clean, then let them cool on a rack before slicing and serving.
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Fudgy Chewy Brownie Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tbsp neutral oil like vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4-1/2 tsp baking soda optional – SEE NOTE BELOW
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium sized bowl, add melted butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar and mix with your hand mixer on medium speed.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition to incorporate. Mix well! (see notes below)
- Mix in oil and vanilla extract.
- Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda if using and salt in a bowl. Reduce speed of mixer.
- In intervals, add flour mixture to wet mixture until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Add brownie batter to baking non-stick sprayed 8×8 sized baking pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out just barely clean. Don’t overbake.
- Remove brownies and cool on cooling rack. Cut and serve.
Video
Notes
- Whisk those eggs real good, boos. That’s your ticket to a glossy, crackly brownie top.
- Stop mixing the second the flour hits the bowl. Overmixing leads straight to tough brownies, and we’re all about the fudgiest brownies ever here!
- Slightly underbake them. Pulling them out just a lil’ early guarantees that chewy, fudgy perfection.
- Let your brownies fully cool. I know it’s tough, but waiting makes them easier to slice and gives you the best texture.
How to Store
- Room Temp: Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days. Let them cool completely first.
- Fridge: To extend freshness, store in the fridge for up to 6 days. Let brownies come to room temp before serving. You can also pop them in the microwave so they’re slightly warm.
- Freezer: Wrap individually in plastic wrap, then place in a labeled freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving Ideas
- Ice Cream: Scoop vanilla bean, cookies and cream, or mocha ice cream on top. Or slice them up and sandwich some ice cream in between for quick brownie ice cream sandwiches!
- Sweet Toppings: A dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream makes these homemade chewy brownies EXTRA special!
- Decadent Drizzles: Drizzle caramel sauce, chocolate ganache (shoutout to my chocoholic boos), or strawberry sauce right over the top.
Recipe Help
Absolutely boos. You can get that arm strength going and whisk by hand!
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Didnt come out chewy at all. More cake like and i followed the recipe to a t. Will continue my search for the perfect chewy brownies!
So sorry to hear that, is it possible they got overcooked? My oven may run colder than yours type of thing.
For 9×13 would i double everything and use same heat? Also, how long? Thanks!
Hi Anna, I have not tested this recipe in a 9×13, but that sounds about right. As far as how long I am not sure on that either.
Help! Thus tasted so good but How did i mess this one up? They ended up more mounded in the center than on the edges, with a loose cakey texture. I did omit 1/4 cup of the white sugar, and i used 3/8 tsp baking powder… perhaps that was it. I also ended up with dull tops, as usual honestly, but this was the first time ive tried using a hand mixer to blend up the sugar/butter/eggs. I had them really blended up, the mixture had a little mousse quality. Maybe i went too far? Opinions appreciated!
Hi Lacy, I’m sorry to hear that they didn’t turn out quite right, it does sound like the changes you made to the recipe was the problem, as well as the batter being over mixed.
Hi Jocelyn, this recipe is fabulous. I am 73 and have been looking for the recipe for brownies that I used to make with my Mom. The recipe came from Better Homes & Gardens or Betty Crocker. I have been searching for a similar one for 50 years. Here is that recipe! I review brownies Starting with the batter…(yes, I eat batters and always have) but THIS is the batter I remember, and so is the taste and texture of the brownie. I remember the oil being a little more, so I added 1 tablespoon more of oil. These are the best however you eat them. These are not bitter, nor strong tasting chocolate. I also added a cup of nuts to go along with my nutty husband, who requested them! Thank you for this recipe. We send you love for this perfect brownie from my era. Sara
Thank you so much, Ms. Sara! I am so flattered that you enjoyed my brownies!
Just made these again. I did change them a little bit because that’s what I do! Anyways they came out fantastic! I added chocolate chips and butterscotch chips and toasted walnuts! I could eat the whole pan!
Um yum!!! Love it!
I’m on 40 minutes and they are not done yet. I might have done something wrong. The top is thick and crusty and they’re not done underneath. I’m thinking it had to do with the mixing or something. I did add a quarter teaspoon of the soda. Any ideas? They are super easy to make!
My oven may run hotter than yours, also what size pan did you use?
These brownies are the best. I love how the edges are so chewy and my son loves them. I will definitely use this recipe again.
Awe, thanks so much doll!
This recipe did not work for me it was a total flop not sure why
Oh no! I am sorry to hear that!! I can’t imagine what could have gone wrong.
Absolutely delicious! Chewy edges and soft in the middle. It has to be the brown sugar that makes these brownies yummy. Have tried several brownie recipes and I was always disappointed. I will never search for another recipe.
I have never made a good homemade brownie until now. They are absolutely delicious. Crispy edges but moist in the middle. Will only use this recipe.
Thanks so much, doll! So happy to hear that you enjoyed the brownies!