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One Bowl Brownies

Fudgy One Bowl Brownies Made Easy for Chocolate Lovers

Indulge in One Bowl Brownies, a deliciously easy chocolate treat made with simple ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips The star of the show.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can be swapped with margarine for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can use brown sugar for deeper taste.
  • 2 larges Eggs Bind ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blends work well too.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Consider dark cocoa for bolder taste.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Optional; can substitute with pecans.

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • 8x8-inch Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for One Bowl Brownies
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips with 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Combine with 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until glossy.
  4. Fold in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly soft.
  6. Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, avoid overmixing and ensure brownies cool completely before slicing.

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