Dark Chocolate Brownies Recipe
Dark Chocolate Brownies Recipe is an easy brownie recipe made with Dutch-processed cocoa powder, butter, and pantry staples. It’s perfect for weeknight desserts, fudgy brownie lovers, and chocolate cravings. The brownies bake with crackly tops and soft centers for a rich dark chocolate flavor in every bite.
Servings: 12
Calories: 354kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- 8x8 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- ¾ cup dark chocolate 100% Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup boiling water
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dark chocolate cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and cooled melted butter.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool for one hour in the baking dish before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
Cooking Notes
Mix the batter only until combined so the brownies stay tender and fudgy instead of cakey. Allowing the brownies to cool fully before slicing helps the texture set properly.
Tips for Best Results:
- Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for the richest chocolate flavor.
- Stir in the boiling water slowly until the batter becomes smooth.
- Avoid overmixing once the wet and dry ingredients are combined.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 201IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 2mg
