Brown Butter Brownies
Rich, fudgy brownies with a deep nutty flavor from browned butter, perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate) (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until golden and fragrant, about 10-15 minutes.
- Whisk cocoa powder and vanilla into the browned butter until smooth. Beat eggs and brown sugar until fluffy, then fold in the butter mixture.
- Gently fold in flour, salt, and chocolate chips until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick; edges should be set but center slightly gooey.
Notes
For extra richness, add more chocolate chips or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.