Brazilian recipe
Classic Brownies
A classic, dense, and rich-flavored brownie, prepared with semi-sweet chocolate and walnuts for an irresistible texture.
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Ingredients
2 (100g) bars semi-sweet chocolate
1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (100g) chopped walnuts
1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (100g) chopped walnuts
Where to find ingredients
Chocolate and walnuts can be found in most supermarkets and specialty baking stores. Baking powder and vanilla extract are commonly available in grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave and let it cool slightly
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and walnuts and set aside
- Beat the butter with the vanilla extract until a smooth cream forms
- Add the sugar to the butter cream and continue beating
- Incorporate the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition
- Mix the melted chocolate into the batter
- Gently fold in the reserved dry ingredients
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured pan
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until done
- Cut the brownie into squares while still warm
- Let cool completely before serving
Observations
This recipe results in traditional brownies with a perfect balance between the sweetness of sugar and the intensity of chocolate. The secret to success is to beat the butter well with the initial ingredients to ensure a smooth texture.
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