Brown Butter Brownies
Rich, fudgy brownies with a deep nutty flavor from browned butter, perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate) optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment.
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until golden and nutty, about 10-15 minutes.
- Whisk cocoa powder and vanilla into the browned butter until smooth.
- Beat eggs and brown sugar until pale, then fold in the butter mixture. Add flour and salt, then chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the chocolate chips before adding.