Let me tell you this straight—I have tried so many brownie recipes, some too cakey, some too dry, and some that just didn’t hit the spot. But then I made this one.
The chewy, fudgy, rich kind of brownie that makes you close your eyes with the first bite. I knew I had to share it with you because I don’t want you to waste your time on brownies that disappoint. This one is the real deal.
If you love chewy brownies with that shiny top, stick around—I’ll walk you through it step by step.
Ingredients You Will Need
Nothing fancy, just simple things you probably already have in your kitchen:
- Butter – gives the brownies that rich taste and chewy bite.
- Sugar – makes the top shiny and balances the cocoa.
- Brown sugar – keeps them soft and adds a slight caramel flavor.
- Eggs – give structure and hold everything together.
- Cocoa powder – deep chocolate flavor.
- All-purpose flour – just enough to make them chewy, not cakey.
- Salt – a pinch makes chocolate flavor stand out.
- Vanilla extract – adds warmth and depth.
- Chocolate chips – optional, but if you want extra gooey pockets of chocolate, don’t skip.
Step-by-Step How to Make Them
Step 1: Melt the Butter
Start by melting the butter. Warm butter helps dissolve the sugar better, which is what gives brownies that shiny crust.
Step 2: Mix Sugar and Butter
Add white sugar and brown sugar to the butter and whisk until it looks smooth. This step is super important for texture.
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Crack in the eggs one by one and whisk well. Don’t rush. This is where you trap some air, which makes brownies chewy instead of flat. Add vanilla here for that rich flavor.
Step 4: Mix in Cocoa
Sift in cocoa powder and mix slowly. This is when the batter starts smelling like pure chocolate heaven.
Step 5: Fold in Flour and Salt
Now add flour and a pinch of salt. Fold gently—don’t overmix or you’ll lose that chewy bite.
Step 6: Add Chocolate Chips
If you’re a chocolate lover like me, this is the fun part. Stir in chocolate chips so every bite has a surprise.
Step 7: Bake
Pour the batter into a greased square pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25–30 minutes. Keep an eye on them. You want the edges set but the center still a little soft.
How to Know When Brownies Are Ready
This is the trick: stick a toothpick in the center. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, they’re perfect. If it’s clean, you baked them too long. Chewy brownies need that little bit of goo in the middle.
Tips to Make Them Even Better
- Don’t cut too soon—let them cool for at least 20 minutes. Hardest part, I know!
- Use good quality cocoa powder. It makes a big difference.
- If you like extra fudgy brownies, bake 2 minutes less.
- If you want them firmer, bake 2 minutes more.
Why You’ll Love These Brownies Too
I love this recipe because it gives me exactly what I crave—rich chocolate taste, a chewy center, and that thin shiny top. It’s quick, simple, and never fails me. I’m sure once you try it, you’ll come back to it again and again.
So next time you’re craving brownies, don’t search any further. Just grab this recipe, bake, and enjoy the best chewy brownies ever.