Clara's Brownies

Indulge in the rich, fudgy decadence of Clara's Brownies, the ultimate homemade treat for chocolate lovers! With a luscious blend of melted butter, semisweet chocolate chips, and a hint of vanilla, these brownies feature a perfectly moist texture and a crackly top that’s simply irresistible. The recipe balances sweetness with a touch of cocoa powder and salt, while optional dark chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts add extra layers of flavor and crunch. Ready in just 45 minutes, including prep time, these brownies are easy to make and bake to perfection in a single 9x9-inch pan. Serve Clara’s Brownies warm with your favorite ice cream or enjoy them on their own for a classic dessert that always hits the spot. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or an indulgent weeknight treat, this simple yet indulgent dessert will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chunks (optional)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semisweet chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the sugar mixture, whisking well after each addition until the mixture is glossy and pale.

Step 5

Slowly pour the melted butter and chocolate mixture into the bowl, stirring continuously to combine.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.

Step 7

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

If using dark chocolate chunks or walnuts, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).

Step 11

Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 12 squares.

Step 12

Enjoy your Clara S Brownies with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5274.5

Total Fat 269.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 992mg	0%
Sodium 1618.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 725.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.9g	0%
Total Sugars 577.4g
Protein 80.1g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 583.9mg	0%
Iron 36.4mg	0%
Potassium 2902.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 51.4%