Small Batch Fudge Brownies*

By srumbel

When you’re craving chewy and fudgy brownies but only baking for two people, Small Batch Fudge Brownies are the answer! They’re made with all cocoa powder and baked in a loaf pan. I also share the secret to getting shiny, cracked tops.
from chocolatemoosey.com

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 35mins

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F. Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter.
Remove from the heat and whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, and salt (batter will be thick and somewhat grainy).
Whisk in the egg and vanilla.
Switch to a rubber spatula and stir in the flour and walnuts if using.
Spread into the pan. Bake 18-20 minutes or until the edges pull away from the sides and the center doesn't look wet.
Cool to room temperature then remove from the pan. If brownies stick, refrigerate until cold, bring back to room temperature, then try again. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Yields 3 servings