Fudgy Cocoa Brownies (Saco)

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Prep the Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8" x 8" baking pan. (For easy removal, you can line it with parchment paper).

Step 2

Melt the Butter: Place the butter in a large, microwave-safe bowl and melt in 20-30 second bursts.

Step 3

Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the cocoa powder to the melted butter and stir until smooth. Whisk in the sugar. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined—be careful not to overmix. If using, fold in mix-ins like chocolate chips.

Step 5

Bake: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.

Step 6

Cool: Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.