Get ready to indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Rich and Fudgy Chocolate Brownies. These brownies are perfectly balanced with a dense, moist texture and a deep chocolate flavor, enhanced by the addition of semi-sweet chocolate and cocoa powder. The secret ingredient, applesauce, adds a subtle sweetness and keeps them irresistibly tender. Whether you enjoy them plain or packed with mix-ins like walnuts or coconut, these brownies are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
| Butter | Tablespoons | 6 (3/4 stick) |
| Semi-sweet chocolate (chips or bar) | Cup | ½ |
| Applesauce | Tablespoons | 3 |
| Dark Brown Sugar | Cup | ¼ |
| Cane Sugar | Cup | 1 |
| Eggs | 2 | |
| Vanilla Extract | tsp | 1 |
| Cocoa Powder | Cup | ¾ |
| Flour | Cup | 1 |
| Salt | tsp | ½ |
| Mix-ins (walnuts, coconut, etc.) | Optional |
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13″ baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and ¼ cup of the semi-sweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, whisking between each interval, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Whisk in the dark brown sugar, cane sugar, and applesauce into the melted chocolate mixture until fully combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in any desired mix-ins such as walnuts, coconut, or other toppings.
- Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
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