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Ultimate Fudgy Brownies with Creamy Chocolate Ganache

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A rich and fudgy brownie recipe topped with a silky, creamy chocolate ganache. Perfect for last-minute guests or satisfying serious chocolate cravings with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted (can substitute half with almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 ounces (170g) dark chocolate, chopped (at least 60% cacao)
  • For ganache:
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
  • 6 ounces (170g) dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  2. Melt the butter and chopped dark chocolate together using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk granulated sugar and eggs until thick and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate-butter mixture into the egg-sugar mix while whisking gently. Add vanilla extract and mix.
  5. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Tap pan once to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly soft. Toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
  8. Let brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour.
  9. To make ganache: heat heavy cream until just simmering, pour over chopped chocolate, let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Stir in butter if using.
  10. Pour ganache over cooled brownies and spread evenly. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to set ganache.
  11. Slice using parchment overhang for clean edges and serve.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the fudgy texture. Use a toothpick test to avoid overbaking. Let brownies cool completely before adding ganache to prevent melting. Refrigerate after ganache application for clean slicing. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and heavy cream with non-dairy cream. Ganache can be prepared a day ahead and warmed gently before use.

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