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Irresistible Fudgy Sheet Pan Brownies

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These fudgy sheet pan brownies deliver a perfect blend of gooey and chewy texture with a glossy crackly top, made easy with simple ingredients and a quick prep time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz (225 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your 9×13 inch sheet pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy lifting later.
  2. Melt the butter and chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter into the sugar-egg mixture, whisking gently to combine until glossy and thick.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using).
  6. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet chocolate mixture using a spatula until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  7. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared sheet pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to about ½ inch thickness.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, starting to check at 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan for at least 45 minutes for fudgy texture and cleaner slicing.
  10. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift brownies out of the pan. Cut into squares with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts.

Notes

Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges. Avoid overheating chocolate to prevent graininess. Use room temperature eggs for better mixing. Do not overmix batter to keep brownies tender. Tent with foil if edges bake too quickly.

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