Katharine Hepburn's Brownies
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Katharine Hepburn's Brownies—an iconic recipe that's as rich in flavor as it is in Hollywood history. These classic brownies are perfectly fudgy, boasting a luxurious combination of unsalted butter and unsweetened cocoa for deep chocolate intensity. With just a handful of pantry staples and a quick 10-minute prep time, this recipe is wonderfully simple yet utterly decadent. The optional addition of chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans, adds a satisfying crunch to every bite. Ideal for any occasion, these brownies are baked to perfection in a single 8x8 pan, yielding perfectly moist squares that strike the ultimate balance between chewy and gooey. Whether you're serving them at a gathering or savoring a quiet moment of indulgence, this recipe will forever redefine your dessert expectations.
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Ingredients
- 1 stick Unsalted butter
- 2 ounces Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease an 8x8-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the cocoa powder and stir until smooth. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 3
Stir in the sugar until fully incorporated. Then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
If using nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
Step 6
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Step 8
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (650.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2672.8 |
| Total Fat 151.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 620mg | 0% |
| Sodium 750.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 337.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 203.9g | |
| Protein 44.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 205.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1411.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories