Indulge in rich, fudgy brownies with a crackly top, packed with chocolate flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dried ingredients
1cupsugar
1/2cuppacked brown sugar
2/3cupbutter, cubed
1/4cupwater
2teaspoonsinstant coffee granules, optional
2-3/4cupsbittersweet chocolate chips, divided
4largeeggs, room temperature
2teaspoonsvanilla extract
1-1/2cupsall-purpose flour
1/2teaspoonbaking soda
1/2teaspoonsalt
Instructions
Combine sugars, butter, water, and coffee granules in a saucepan; boil and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and melt in 1-3/4 cups of chocolate chips. Cool slightly.
Whisk eggs until frothy (about 3 minutes), then add vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the warm chocolate mixture, ensuring it isn't too hot.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold dry ingredients into the chocolate-egg mixture. Fold in remaining chocolate chips.
Line a light-colored metal pan with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray. Pour batter into the pan.
Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-50 minutes, checking with a toothpick for gooey crumbs. Cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
Use a light-colored pan to prevent overbaking. For dark pans, reduce oven temperature by 25°F.