April 14th, 2020

Fudge Brownies with Walnuts

SERVINGS: 9
DIFFICULTY: Beginner
DIETARY: None
PREP/COOK TIME: 15 min/20 min

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Fudge Brownies

• ​1/2 c. unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tbsp. neutral cooking oil (not olive oil)
• 1 1/4 c. white granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 c. all purpose flour
• 3/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder
• 8 oz. chocolate chips
• 8 oz. walnuts, chopped and toasted
• pinch of salt

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees.  Lightly grease an 8-in. square baking pan with cooking spray (also makes it easier if the pan is non-stick).  
2. Combine melted butter, oil, and sugar together in a bowl.  Whisk for about 1 min. and add the eggs and vanilla. Beat until the color turns lighter.
3. Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt.  Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.  Over mixing will turn the brownies dense so be careful in this step.
4. Pour in the chocolate chips and walnuts and fold them in until evenly distributed. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
5. Bake for about 20-25 min or until the center is barely set.  You can stick a toothpick in the middle and if it comes out clean you are good to go (I actually like the center a little under cooked).
6. Remove the brownies and let them cool. Cut into 9 separate squares and enjoy with some vanilla ice cream. 

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"Me Cuisine" Tips

• Dried cherries work perfectly in this recipe and add a nice textural difference.
• Add parchment paper to the baking pan to ensure the brownies do not stick.
• The hotter the melted butter is, the fudgier the brownies will be.  For more cakey brownies, add colder butter.