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This fudgy homemade brownie recipe is so simple to make and worth every single calorie. They’re delicious and better than any box!
The Best homemade brownie Recipe!
Brownies are definitely one of our go-to desserts when we have company over.
Yes, we know they are so simple to make using a box, but once you go homemade you’ll realize that they are ten times better than any box. And believe it or not – they’re still very simple.
This extra chocolatey homemade brownie recipe is thick, chewy and fudgy and perfect for sharing! Plus, our recipe makes a pan-full that feeds at least 12 (depending on how big you slice them). And whether you like the middle piece or an edge piece, these fudgy brownies are too good to deny.
Serve them on their own or with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream and for even extra goodness top it off with our Homemade Chocolate Syrup and Caramel Sauce.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Packed with chocolate flavor. This recipe is rich, fudgy, and everything else you want in a brownie.
- Better than boxed. Once you get a bite of these chewy brownies, you’ll never want to use a box mix again!
- Always the right time. We love making brownies from scratch for all occasions! Birthdays, family get-togethers, school functions, or just an easy after-school snack.
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 25 minutes
COOL TIME: 10 minutes
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 4 eggs at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour – see How to Measure Flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder – Be sure to use unsweetened baking cocoa powder. I used natural baking cocoa, but Dutch-processed cocoa powder will also work.
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips milk or semisweet, divided
- optional toppings – sprinkles, toffee bits, crushed Oreos, crushed candies, chopped nuts, different flavors of chocolate chips, nuts, candy pieces, or mint chocolates
How to Make Homemade Brownies
- PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×11-inch baking dish, line it with parchment paper, and set aside. If using a metal baking pan, brownies will bake more quickly, so begin checking for doneness at around 20 minutes.
- BATTER. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons oil, 1¼ cups sugar, 1 cup light brown sugar and whisk well.
- Add 4 eggs and 1 tablespoon vanilla and mix for another 2 minutes.
- In another bowl, sift 1 cup flour, 1 cup cocoa, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon baking powder.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in ¾ cup chocolate chips.
- BAKE. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out until even. Top with remaining ¼ cup chocolate chips and any other desired toppings and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the middle no longer jiggles.
- Let sit in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool completely before cutting.
You’ll see why this homemade brownie recipe is truly the best!
Best Way to Cut Brownies
Let the brownies cool a bit, but not all the way and use a plastic knife. It will cut through the brownies like butter. Works like a charm!
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Homemade Brownie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 4 eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips, milk or semisweet, divided
Toppings
- sprinkles, toffee bits, crushed Oreos, crushed candies, chopped nuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×11-inch baking dish, line it with parchment paper, and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, oil, and both sugars and whisk well.
- Add eggs and vanilla and mix for another 2 minutes.
- In another bowl, sift flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in ¾ cup chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out until even. Top with remaining ¼ cup chocolate chips and any other desired toppings and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the middle no longer jiggles.
- Let sit in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool completely before cutting.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Store. Cool, cover the pan, or place brownies in an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or 5-7 days in the fridge.
To freeze, wrap them with plastic wrap, place them in a freezer bag, and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
These are the best homemade brownies EVER. I won’t use a box brownie again. The recipe was very simple to follow. I baked my brownies for23 minutes and they were fudgy like. Thanks for sharing !!!
You’re welcome! I’m so glad that you loved the brownies!!
Best brownies ever.
I’m so glad you love them!!
Amazing these are now my favorite brownies
Yay! So happy to hear that you enjoyed them!
Ehhh really not that good
They are delicious and easy to make.
Thank you! Glad to enjoyed the brownies!
Just made these and they are WOW! I had to bake them for an hour instead of 30 minutes. I’m not sure why. But they are amazing. Also sprinkled some course salt on top before baking and it just elevated all the flavors.
Thanks for sharing what you did. I bet the salt on top was a yummy addition. So glad you enjoyed the brownies!
These were delicious and a party pleaser (they disappeared fast!). I think I may have cooked them too long? They weren’t burnt but they were a bit cake like. I also made these with my toddler so the eggs weren’t room temperature (he broke like a million eggs lol). I would definitely make these again. Clear, straight-forward recipe.
So glad to hear you enjoyed the brownies! You may have to play around with the baking time a little if you felt they were baked too long. Every oven is a little different/temperature can affect baking too. But glad you enjoyed the recipe!
OMG….ABSOLUTELY the Best Homeade Brownies!! Guy’s..make this recipe, you will NOT be disappointed. I literally had to tell my son to STOP eating them all. Lol. My Family said to keep these Brownies in stock at all times 😄
Haha!! I love it! Thanks for the feedback. I’m so glad the brownies are a family favorite now!
I made this many tomes my favourite recipe family loved it too its perfect
These are by far the best homemade brownies I’ve ever made/had!! It’s the most often requested treat I make to take to work parties!!
Thank you!! That makes me so happy to hear!