Homemade Fudge Brownies

About This Recipe

These Homemade Fudge Brownies are everything a brownie should be: thick, rich, dense, and packed with chocolate flavor. With crisp edges and a soft, fudgy center, this recipe is simple, reliable, and perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family dessert, bake sale, or just a chocolate craving.

Prep & Baking Time

Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 25–30 minutes
Cooling time: 30 minutes
Total time: ~1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients (Makes 12–16 brownies)

170 g (¾ cup) unsalted butter
200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
100 g (½ cup) brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
75 g (¾ cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
95 g (¾ cup) all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder
Optional:
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F.
Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.

Step 2: Melt Butter & Sugar

In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter.
Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
Let mixture cool slightly.

Step 3: Add Eggs & Vanilla

Whisk in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Stir in chocolate chips or nuts if using.

Step 5: Bake

Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake at 175°C / 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
Brownies are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.

Step 6: Cool & Slice

Let brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting out and slicing.
Cooling helps set the fudgy texture.

Tips for Perfect Fudge Brownies

Do not overbake—fudgy brownies should be slightly underdone.
Use good-quality cocoa powder for deep chocolate flavor.
Stir gently once flour is added to avoid cakey brownies.
For extra fudginess, reduce baking time by 2–3 minutes.

Variations

Triple Chocolate: Add white and dark chocolate chunks
Salted Brownies: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking
Mint Brownies: Add ½ tsp peppermint extract
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend

Storage

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days
Refrigerate for up to 1 week
Freeze for up to 3 months

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce
Dust with powdered sugar for a simple finish

Why You’ll Love These Brownies

These Homemade Fudge Brownies are easy to make, incredibly rich, and consistently perfect. With simple ingredients and foolproof steps, they deliver bakery-quality results every time.