Fudgy Brownie Lovers, Unite!
As universally loved as brownies are, they are not without controversy. Cakey or fudgy? Crispy edge or gooey middle piece? Cocoa brownies or chopped chocolate? Butter and sugar or coconut oil? It can be a wild, brownie recipe world out there. But no need to stress because we’ve got the only brownie recipe you need. These cocoa powder brownies are dairy-free, use only one bowl, and are ready to eat in 40 minutes. Go ahead and double the recipe now, because these perfectly fudgy, moist in the middle, crisp in the corner brownies freeze well so you can scratch that chocolate-craving itch whenever it hits.
How To Make Fudgy Brownies:
These fudgy, cocoa brownies—aka best homemade brownie recipe ever—are so simple, it's almost silly. Begin by gathering your brownie ingredients:
- Flour.
- Vegetable oil. (That’s right—these brownies are butter-free).
- Cocoa powder.
- Sugar. We’re calling for both white and brown sugar.
- Eggs.
Then, just combine and mix! Beat the eggs with both sugars and vanilla in a large mixing bowl—or you could use a stand mixer, if you'd like—and then stir in the dry ingredients. Then just pour in a pan and bake! One-bowl brownies=made.
What Makes Brownies Fudgy?
The kind of fat you use to bind your brownie batter is the biggest determining factor of texture. Recipes calling for butter produce a brownie that is fluffier and more cake-like. *Putting on our science hats for a moment.* This is because butter contains milk solids and lactic acids, which react during leavening to help the batter rise. Using a neutral cooking oil—like vegetable or canola oil—does not aid in aeration, so your brownies stay decadently fudgy and moist.
How To Tell If Your Fudgy Brownies Are Done:
The toothpick method is always a safe bet for determining whether or not your brownies are done. This fudgy brownie recipe takes about 30 minutes to bake, but oven temps can be a little all over the place (unless you have yours calibrated regularly, in which case, hats off to you.) So, to determine if your classic fudgy brownies are done, insert a toothpick into the middle of your brownie pan and pull it out. If the toothpick comes out clean, pull that pan out! Your brownies are done. If the toothpick comes out with gooey brownie batter stuck to it, pop the pan back in the oven, and repeat the toothpick test in a few minutes. Crispy edges are another tell tale sign that you’re almost ready to enjoy the perfect brownie.
Can You Freeze Brownies?
If you can manage not to eat the entire pan of these super-chocolatey, dairy-free brownies right away, you may want to consider freezing some for the future. Allow the brownies to cool on your counter, then slice into squares and wrap them individually (and tightly) with cling wrap. Finally, place all of the wrapped brownies in a tightly sealed freezer bag and freeze for up to three months. When you’re ready for a treat, remove the brownies from the freezer and thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
Tools You’ll Need To Make Brownies From Scratch:
Other Chocolatey Desserts We Love:
- This Salty Dark and Milk Chocolate Skillet Cookie comes together really fast and is so fun to eat.
- Everyone’s favorite liqueur is put to good use in this decadent Baileys Chocolate Bundt Cake.
- There’s no need to wait for Christmas to enjoy these Crinkle Cookies with Peppermint Cream. The classic flavor combo and chewy texture make them worthy of year-round indulgence.
So, Did You Make Our Ultra-Fudgy Classic Brownies?
Snap a photo of your finished fudgy brownies and maybe even a video of the beautiful people you shared them with. Tag us on Instagram using @themodernproper and #themodernproper. Happy eating!
