Easy Fudgy Crackly Top Brownies
Curious Marten

Easy Fudgy Crackly Top Brownies

217Min
9Servings
285Cal
EasyLevel
VegetarianKid friendly
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Equipment

Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spatula
8x8 inch baking pan
Parchment paper
Oven
Serving plate

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

large eggs (room_temperature)

2 piece

egg yolk (room_temperature)

1 piece

powdered sugar

200 g

light brown sugar

50 g

butter (melted)

115 g

vegetable oil

45 g

coffee powder

0.5 tsp

cocoa powder

45 g

all purpose flour

85 g

chocolate chips

90 g

Optional Toppings

chopped chocolate

30 g

Instructions

1

Whisk eggs and sugars

In a bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolk, powdered sugar and brown sugar vigorously for about 2 minutes until smooth and the powdered sugar has completely dissolved.

2 min
This step creates the signature shiny, crackly top on the brownies
2

Add fats and coffee

Add the melted butter, oil, and coffee powder to the egg mixture. Whisk until well combined.

2 min
3

Add dry ingredients

Add the flour, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips. Fold gently using a spatula. Do not overmix.

3 min
Overmixing will make the brownies dense instead of fudgy
4

Bake the brownies

Transfer the brownie batter to a parchment-lined 8x8 pan and bake in a 180°C preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and center still looks a little soft.

30 min180°Ctimer 25 min
Underbaking is better than overbaking for fudgy brownies
5

Cool and serve

Cool completely before slicing, or chill in the fridge for 2-3 hours for the best texture.

180 min
Chilling creates cleaner cuts and firmer texture

Storage

Fridge: 3 days
Freezer: 30 days
Reheat: Room temperature or warm in microwave 10-15 seconds

Store in airtight container. For best texture, bring to room temperature before serving.

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