Pin It Rich, dense, and irresistibly chocolaty brownies with crunchy walnuts, made effortlessly in a single baking pan for easy cleanup.
I first served these fudgy walnut brownies to my family on a chilly weekend, and they loved how simple and tasty they were.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar, 4 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Add-ins: 1 cup (120 g) chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup (90 g) semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In the baking pan, melt the butter in the preheating oven. Remove the pan and stir in the sugar directly into the melted butter until combined.
- Step 3:
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4:
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder over the wet mixture in the pan. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined.
- Step 5:
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips if using, ensuring theyre evenly distributed.
- Step 6:
- Smooth the batter evenly in the pan.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 28 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake for fudgy brownies).
- Step 8:
- Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Pin It My kids absolutely love cutting these brownies into squares and sharing them at family gatherings.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
Required Tools
9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan, spatula or wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, sifter (optional), knife for cutting
Allergen Information
Contains eggs, dairy (butter), gluten (flour), and tree nuts (walnuts). Check all ingredient labels for possible cross-contamination if you have allergies.
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Enjoy these rich fudgy brownies fresh or store them in an airtight container for later indulgence.
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I achieve fudgier brownies?
Slightly underbaking the brownies keeps them moist and dense, enhancing the fudgy texture.
- → Can I substitute walnuts with other nuts?
Yes, pecans or hazelnuts work well; alternatively, omit nuts for a nut-free version.
- → Is it necessary to use a single baking pan for preparation?
Using one pan simplifies mixing and cleanup, but you can also prepare the batter separately if preferred.
- → What is the best way to check for doneness?
Insert a toothpick in the center—if a few moist crumbs remain, the brownies are perfectly baked.
- → Can chocolate chips be added to the batter?
Yes, incorporating semisweet chocolate chips adds extra texture and chocolate flavor.