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INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
Cakey Brownies
INGREDIENTS

For Cakey Brownies Batter

vegetable oil, for greasing

500 g granulated sugar

225 g unsalted butter, room temperature

125 g unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp baking powder

4 large eggs

1 large egg white

120 ml water

190 g all purpose flour

For the Frosting (optional)

113 g unsalted butter, softened

300 g powdered sugar, sifted

45 g cocoa powder

80 –160 ml milk, as needed for consistency

sprinkle (optional)
TOOLS

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)

parchment paper (for lining the pan)

mixing bowls

whisk

spatula

electric mixer or whisk

measuring cups and spoons

oven mitts

cooling rack

toothpick
DIRECTIONS
1.
For the Cakey Brownies Batter

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)

parchment paper (for lining the pan)
1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line a 9x13 inch/23x33 cm baking pan with parchment paper and grease with vegetable oil.

vegetable oil, for greasing

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)

parchment paper (for lining the pan)
2.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter and sugar on medium speed until a light and fluffy cream forms.

500 g granulated sugar

225 g unsalted butter, room temperature

electric mixer or whisk

mixing bowls
3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, kosher salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until combined.

125 g unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp baking powder

electric mixer or whisk
4.
Add the eggs and egg white one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
5.
Add the water and beat the mixture on high speed until creamy.
6.
Slowly add the flour and mix minimally to avoid overmixing.

190 g all purpose flour
7.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted off-center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.

toothpick
8.
Remove the brownies from the pan using the parchment paper and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.

parchment paper (for lining the pan)

cooling rack

oven mitts
9.
For the Optional Frosting
1.
Combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and enough milk to achieve a spreadable consistency. Frost the brownies once cooled, and add sprinkles if desired.

113 g unsalted butter, softened

300 g powdered sugar, sifted

45 g cocoa powder

80 - 160 ml –160 ml milk, as needed for consistency

sprinkles (optional)

spatula
Chewy, Fudgy Brownies
INGREDIENTS

35 g unsweetened cocoa powder

vegetable oil, for greasing

1 ½ tsp instant espresso powder (optional, enhances chocolate flavor)

56 g unsweetened chocolate, chopped

150 ml boiling water

55 g butter

150 ml vegetable oil

2 large eggs

2 egg yolks

1 ½ tsp vanilla extract

500 g granulated sugar

220 g all purpose flour

170 g bittersweet chocolate, chopped
TOOLS

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)

parchment paper

microwave safe bowl

mixing bowls

whisk

spatula

measuring cups & spoons

microwave

cooling rack

oven mitts
DIRECTIONS
1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick) with parchment paper or aluminum foil, and grease with cooking spray.

vegetable oil, for greasing

parchment paper

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)
2.
In a large bowl, combine cocoa powder, espresso powder, chopped unsweetened chocolate, and boiling water. Whisk until everything is melted and smooth.

35 g unsweetened cocoa powder

1 ½ tsp instant espresso powder (optional, enhances chocolate flavor)

56 g unsweetened chocolate, chopped

microwave safe bowl

whisk
3.
While still warm, stir in the butter until melted, followed by the vegetable oil.
4.
Once the mixture has cooled slightly, whisk in the eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until fully combined.

1 ½ tsp vanilla extract

500 g granulated sugar
5.
Add the flour and stir until smooth, then fold in the chopped bittersweet chocolate.

all purpose flour

170 g bittersweet chocolate, chopped
6.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a tester toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Melty Brownies
INGREDIENTS

vegetable oil, for greasing

350 g granulated sugar

225 g unsalted butter, melted

1 ½ tsp instant espresso powder (optional)

1 tsp vanilla extract

4 large eggs

2 large egg yolks

100 g cocoa powder

120 ml vegetable oil

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp kosher salt

170 g bittersweet chocolate, chopped

190 g bread flour
TOOLS

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)

parchment paper

mixing bowls

whisk

microwave safe bowl

spatula

measuring cups & spoons

cooling rack

oven mitts

toothpick
oven
DIRECTIONS
1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick) with parchment paper and grease with vegetable oil.

vegetable oil, for greasing

parchment paper

9x13 inch/23x3 cm baking pan (preferably non stick)
2.
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted butter, espresso powder, vanilla extract, eggs, and egg yolks.

225 g unsalted butter, melted

1 ½ tsp instant espresso powder (optional)

1 tsp vanilla extract

mixing bowls

whisk
3.
Stir in the cocoa powder, vegetable oil, and chopped bittersweet chocolate until well combined.

100 g cocoa powder

120 ml vegetable oil

170 g bittersweet chocolate, chopped
4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the bread flour, baking powder, and kosher salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring to combine.

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp kosher salt

mixing bowls
5.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-23 minutes, or until your desired doneness is reached (for melty, gooey brownies, bake on the lower end of the time).
6.
Allow the brownies to cool before slicing. Seve and enjoy!
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