One-Bowl Brownies
Quick and easy brownies made without a mixer, featuring deep chocolate flavor and chewy texture, perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1/2 cup oil or 1 stick (1/2 cup) melted butter Use oil for chewiness, butter for a buttery aroma.
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Provides deep chocolate flavor.
- 1 cup sugar Sweetens the brownies and helps form the top.
- 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients together.
- 1 tsp vanilla Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Gives structure to the brownies.
- 1/4 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Creates gooey pockets of melted chocolate.
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Adds a crunchy texture; can be omitted.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the oil (or melted butter), cocoa powder, and sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Mix in the eggs and vanilla until fully combined.
- Add the flour and salt, mixing just until no streaks of flour remain.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Allow the brownies to cool before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Notes
For best results, mix the cocoa, sugar, and fat thoroughly. Check for doneness with a toothpick after 18 minutes. Brownies can be served warm or cooled for cleaner slices.