Virginia Brownies

Indulge in the rich, fudgy decadence of Virginia Brownies—an irresistible treat that perfectly balances gooey chocolate goodness with a crackly top layer. Made with a blend of melted butter, two types of sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder, these brownies boast an intensely moist texture and deep chocolate flavor. The addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips elevates every bite, while optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch for nut lovers. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in under 30, these brownies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Perfectly portioned into 12 servings, Virginia Brownies are a sweet way to satisfy your chocolate cravings, whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoyed as an afternoon snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 4 pcs large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped pecans to the batter.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter). Do not overbake to ensure a fudgy texture.

Step 10

Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, slice into 12 equal squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1349.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5076.3

Total Fat 227.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 992mg	0%
Sodium 1619.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 827.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 84.9g	0%
Total Sugars 593.6g
Protein 90.3g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 489.6mg	0%
Iron 44.3mg	0%
Potassium 3511.9mg	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: 35.8%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 57.9%