Ina Garten’s Outrageous Brownies Recipe
If you love rich, chocolatey desserts, Ina Garten’s Outrageous Brownies Recipe is perfect for you. These brownies are fudgy, chewy and full of chocolate flavor.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chopped
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts optional
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips optional, for extra chocolatey taste
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
Melt Chocolate and Butter
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth and fully combined.
Mix in Sugar and Eggs
- Remove the chocolate mixture from heat. Add sugar and whisk until fully combined. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Add Vanilla
- Stir in vanilla extract. Make sure it mixes evenly with the chocolate batter for a rich flavor.
Combine Flour and Salt
- Sift flour and salt together. Fold gently into the chocolate mixture using a spatula. Avoid overmixing to keep brownies fudgy.
Add Nuts or Chocolate Chips
- If using, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips. This gives the brownies a nice crunch and extra chocolate flavor.
Pour Batter into Pan
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Spread gently with a spatula to ensure uniform thickness.
Bake the Brownies
- Bake in preheated oven for 30–35 minutes. Brownies should be set at the edges but slightly soft in the center. Test with a toothpick.
Cool Completely
- Allow brownies to cool in the pan for 20–30 minutes. Lift using parchment paper, then cut into squares for serving.
Notes
For extra fudginess, do not overbake. Use good quality chocolate. Swirl caramel lightly for a marbled effect. Store brownies in airtight container up to 4 days.