Is there anything better than a chocolate ooey gooey brownie fresh out of the oven? These classic homemade brownies are so simple to make and worth every single calorie.
Brownies are just one of those classic dessert recipes that always tastes better made from scratch! Just like a warm chocolate chip cookie or a slice of chocolate cake, this recipe is best homemade.
Best Homemade Brownies
Brownies make me so happy. The more chocolate, the better!! Who else agrees with me?
I think we can all agree that brownies fresh out of the oven topped with cold vanilla ice cream is pretty much heaven. And whether you like the middle piece or an edge piece, they’re just too good to deny.
We love making brownies for all occasions! Birthdays, family get-togethers, school functions, or just an easy after-school snack. This recipe is rich, fudgy, and everything else you want in a brownie! This will quickly become your go-to brownie recipe—it’s definitely mine!
How to Make Homemade Brownies
PREP. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9×11 inch pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease with baking spray.
BATTER. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, oil and sugars. Whisk everything together well. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix for another 2 minutes.
In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa, salt and baking powder. Fold the dry ingredients in with the wet ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in ¾ cup of the chocolate chips (reserving the rest for the top).
BAKE. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth until even. Top the batter with the remaining chocolate chips. Put the brownies into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes (middle should no longer jiggle).
COOL. Let the brownies sit in the pan for an additional 10-15 minutes before removing from the pan. Let cool slightly before cutting. These are definitely best served warm.
Brownie recipe Tips, Tricks + Additions
In order to make a “fudgy” brownie, you need more fats than flour. This recipe calls for 1 cup of butter and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. This will make them dense and perfectly fudgy in texture. Some other tips in making the best brownies include:
- Don’t over mix the four. Stir until just combined to get the best texture.
- Don’t over bake: remember metal pans bake much more quickly than glass pans. Also, each oven bakes a little differently, so start checking the brownies 5 minutes before the suggested bake time.
For easy cleanup, and an easy way to lift the brownies out of the pan, add parchment paper to the pan before pouring the batter.
Do you ever have trouble cutting your brownies into clean lines? Sometimes the brownies will tear or bunch up if you’re trying to cut them with a regular knife. Try a PLASTIC knife next time and it will cut through the brownies like butter. So smooth and way less mess! Genius, right?
There are tons of different ingredients you can add to homemade brownies. Get creative!
- different flavors of chocolate chips
- nuts
- candy pieces
- mint chocolates
how to store + Freeze
Store your homemade brownies in an airtight container!
It’s best to cut them first before storing them. They should stay fresh and chewy for up to 3 days. You can definitely make these ahead of time and they will taste just as yummy the next day.
Before freezing your brownies, make sure they have cooled completely. Wrap the brownies tightly in plastic wrap to get them airtight. Then wrap them again in foil. Pop them into the freezer and they will last for up to 3 months. Let them thaw to room temperature before serving.
For more brownie recipes, check out:
- Caramel Brownies
- Oreo Brownies
- Cheesecake Brownies
- Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
- S’mores Brownies
- Nutella Brownies
Homemade Brownies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter melted and cooled
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 4 eggs at room temp
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup flour all-purpose
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips milk or semi-sweet
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 and lightly grease a 9x11 pan. Line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, oil and sugars and whisk well.
- Add eggs and vanilla and mix another 2 minutes.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa, salt and baking powder.
- Fold dry ingredients in with wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips (reserving the rest for the top).
- Pour batter into prepared baking dish and smooth until even. Top with remaining chocolate chips and bake for 25-30 minutes (middle should no longer jiggle).
- Let sit in pan for an additional 10-15 minutes then remove from pan and let cool before cutting. TIP: Use a plastic knife to cut with minimal messes.
Yum! Would this work if I cut down the sugar some? If so should I adjust the butter as well?
I am sure it would, though I have not tried. So, I wouldn’t know if you need to adjust any other ingredients, unless I tried it out.
These are my go to brownies now, I haven’t made another recipe since I found these! Everyone loves them & wants the recipe!
That makes me so happy! Thank you!
I’ve begun making these almost twice a week. They are to die for! If I ever need to take a dessert to any sort of party/gathering, these are what I’m taking!
Awe, I am so glad you like them! Thank you for saying that 🙂
I tried this recipe, 3 times on the same day.
Don’t know what I’m doing wrong.
It came out salty each time.
I did not use salt instead of sugar.
That’s impossible.
I followed the recipe exactly.
Please advise.
If the brownies are too salty for your liking, you can omit or reduce the amount of salt. Make sure to use unsalted butter and if 3/4 tsp is a bit much, you could use 1/2 tsp or 1/4 tsp. It might take a little playing around/tweaking to find out the amount that you prefer. Hopefully that helps!
These brownies were amazing. I baked these a week ago, a few days into my baking journey and consider myself a beginner. These easy, delicious brownies were a hit in my house. Will definitely be baking again!
Oh, I am so glad!! I am glad you tried them & liked them! Thank you!
I just finished making these for my grandson, who, by the way, is the King of All Things Chocolate 😁, and he says it’s the best brownie he ever had (he’s 12). And I agree! Soft, chewy, smooth and delish!! My new go-to brownie recipe for sure! Thank you❤
Please tell him, thank you! So glad he liked them!
Amazing! Whole family asks for them constantly
That’s what I love to hear!! Thank you!
Hi. If I use a glass pan do I need to change the temperature or baking time? Thank you 🙂
Usually baking temps are different when using glass pans. Glass usually takes a little longer. I would just start checking them at the 25 min mark, then you can add a min at a time, until done.
The best brownies I’ve ever had.
Yay!! So happy you think so 🙂 Thank you!
So the recipe shows only brown sugar , but the video shows white sugar and brown sugar , which is correct ?
The recipe card has both white & brown sugar listed 🙂
Would this work using self rising flour and omitting the baking powder and salt?
I personally have not tried, so I couldn’t say for sure, but I don’t see why not 🙂
These were amazing!!! I will cook a little longer next time, I just did 25 mins.
Glad they turned out well! Thanks for sharing!
Just made these “delicious” I add melted chocolate to mine yummy. Thanks for sharing
Melted chocolate sounds like a great addition! Thanks for sharing what you do!
i’m making these tonight
Sounds great! Let me know how they turn out!
Thank you for this delicious recipe Kristyn!!!🌞 I love that the recipe calls for chocolate chips in addition to the cocoa. I followed the exact recipe, but added a cup of chopped walnuts, & used a
9 X 9 pan. I believe I had to bake them a little longer. I just kept an eye on them. They came out crispy on the top & very moist in the inside; yummy!!!
They also freeze well. I cut them in individual pieces, wrapped each individual piece in wax paper, & put as many pieces that would fit in each freezer bag. When I took each piece out of the freezer they tasted just as fresh & yummy
I’m looking forward to making them again!!!
Thank you again, & all the best to you & your family😇
Thank you so much for sharing your process in making these brownies. The addition of walnuts sounds delicious! I’m so glad they freezed well too! Thanks so much for sharing! You are so sweet! 🙂
Was looking for a really quick and easy dessert to throw together for a potluck. This is by far the best brownie recipe I’ve ever made. My boyfriend said he refuses to eat any other brownies. Thank you so much for the amazing recipe!
You are so welcome! It’s definitely been my go-to brownie recipe for quite a while now. I’m so glad your boyfriend likes them so much! 🙂
Great tasting brownie, however took an extra 20 minutes to cook. Total cooking time was 45 minutes.
Thanks for sharing the cooking time adjustment. I appreciate it!
I have tried so many brownie recipes and this one is the best! It’s my go-to brownie recipe now.
I’m so happy you like it as much as we do! Thanks for trying it!
SO GOOD! Fudgy, chocolatey goodness! My entire family loves them and I get asked for the recipe from others every time I share them!
Oh that makes me so happy to hear! I’m glad you love the brownie recipe!
These actually are the best brownies I’ve ever made or eaten. And I’ve made a LOT of brownie recipes. I’m so excited, these came out perfectly. I’ve had cake-y brownies, brownies that were grainy because the sugars didn’t dissolve, raw in the middle, burned on the edges brownies, and just generally unimpressive from-a-box brownies. (Though, IMO, those don’t even count as real brownies.) thank you! These are delicious and everything I’ve ever wanted in a brownie. I’m about to try the recipe again with GF flour and I’m sure they’ll come out just as wonderful!
Oh thank you so much for your kind words. We love this recipe too, but especially are excited to hear it’s a favorite after all the recipes you have tried! Thanks for sharing. 🙂 Hope the GF ones turn out too!
This is my go-to brownie recipe. I get requests for this recipe every single time I take it to someone, an event, etc. My oven requires 35-37 minutes, though.
Oh I’m so happy to hear that!! Thanks for sharing. And yes, every oven is slightly different. I’m glad that you found the perfect baking time for yours.