Nancy Black's School Brownies

Satisfy your sweet tooth with *Nancy Black's School Brownies*, the ultimate recipe for rich, fudgy brownies with a nostalgic twist. Perfectly balanced between decadent and easy-to-make, these homemade brownies combine pantry staples like unsalted butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to create a smooth, glossy batter that bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether you opt to fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, these brownies offer a delightful crunch or extra chocolaty goodness. Ideal for lunchboxes, bake sales, or an indulgent dessert, they’re guaranteed to win over any crowd. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, this classic recipe is your go-to for bold chocolate flavor and tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Step 5

Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (but not wet batter).

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1202.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4454.3

Total Fat 230.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 992mg	0%
Sodium 1113.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 661.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 97.0g	0%
Total Sugars 410.1g
Protein 104.8g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 519.2mg	0%
Iron 51.7mg	0%
Potassium 4565.7mg	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: 40.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 51.5%