Easy Fudgy Brownies
If you love brownies that are rich, dense, and perfectly fudgy, this is the recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat. Using just two eggs gives these brownies that soft, gooey center with a slightly crisp edge that makes every bite so good.
This is my go-to when I want that classic fudgy texture without overcomplicating things. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and consistently delicious results.
Servings
8
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
350
kcalIngredients
1 cup flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (regular cocoa)
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup + 2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ½ cups sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
¼ cup chocolate chips (optional, for topping)l)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 8×8 baking dish.
- Mix wet ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together:
melted butter
sugar
eggs
vanilla
Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
Add:
flour
cocoa powder
salt
Mix until just combined. Do not overmix. - Slowly incorporate your dry ingredients to your wet. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 40-45 minutes.
👉 The center should be slightly soft for that perfect fudgy texture.
Notes
- Let the brownies cool before cutting. This helps them set while staying soft and gooey inside.
