Description
Discover the secrets behind Katharine Hepburn’s legendary brownies, a timeless recipe that delivers the perfect fudgy texture. With just a few simple ingredients and no-fuss techniques, these brownies are rich, indulgent, and utterly irresistible. Whether you’re a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves chocolatey, melt-in-your-mouth treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and unsweetened chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir in the sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined. Avoid overmixing. If using, stir in the chopped nuts.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For Extra Fudgy Brownies: Underbake slightly by checking at the 25-minute mark.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Customizations: Try adding espresso powder, nut butter swirls, or a sprinkle of sea salt for creative variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 90mg