Easy Fudgy One-Bowl Brownies Recipe 5-Minutes No Mixer Needed
A quick and easy fudgy brownie recipe made in one bowl without a mixer, delivering rich chocolate flavor and a glossy crackly top in under 5 minutes prep time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional add-ins: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), chocolate chips, or sea salt flakes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy brownie removal later.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop until fully liquid but not browned. Let it cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
- In your mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar. Stir with your wooden spoon until well mixed and slightly glossy, about 1 minute.
- Add eggs one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract. The batter will look thick and shiny.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few streaks remaining is okay.
- Fold in any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly with your spatula or spoon.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes. Start checking at 20 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Chill in the fridge if you want to firm them faster.
Notes
Use melted butter instead of softened for better integration with cocoa powder. Avoid overmixing after adding flour to keep brownies dense and fudgy. Measure flour properly by spooning and leveling. Watch oven time carefully to avoid dry brownies. Optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips add texture and flavor. Let brownies cool completely before cutting to avoid crumbly edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (assuming
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 2
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