Description
These 4-Ingredient Brownies are a delightful treat featuring buttery goodness, rich cocoa, and simple ingredients. Ideal for an easy dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter or oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup favorite add-ins (chopped dark chocolate, chocolate chips, or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F and grease an 8×8 square pan or a 9×5 loaf pan, or line it with parchment or foil.
- In a large microwave-safe mixing bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for about 1 minute.
- Add sugar and cocoa powder to the melted butter, whisking vigorously for at least a minute until the sugar is dissolved.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla, whisking for a minute until the batter is shiny and well mixed.
- Stir in flour and salt until fully combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Optionally fold in favorite add-ins like nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes, until the center is slightly set.
Notes
For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder.
Be cautious not to over-bake, as this will affect the fudginess.
Experiment with your favorite add-ins for personalized brownies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg