Description
Indulge in these rich and fudgy Crinkle Top Brownies featuring a shiny, crinkly crust and a moist, dense interior. Made with dark chocolate and butter, these brownies strike the perfect balance between gooey and cakey, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 5 1/4 ounces dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish with baking spray and line it with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal. Set aside.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each to ensure an even and smooth melt. Continue until fully combined.
- Whip Eggs and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the room temperature eggs and granulated sugar on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy and slightly fluffy.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and salt into the whipped eggs and sugar, blending well to incorporate.
- Combine Chocolate Mixture: Gradually add the warm chocolate-butter mixture into the egg-sugar blend while continuing to whip, which helps create the signature shiny, crinkle top texture.
- Add Flour: Sift the all-purpose flour into the batter and mix on a low speed until no streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top evenly. Bake for approximately 20 minutes until the top is puffed and shiny, and a toothpick inserted comes out with fudgy crumbs but not wet batter. Avoid overbaking to maintain fudginess.
- Cool and Chill: Let the brownies cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. For clean slicing, chill the brownies in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife, wiping it clean between each cut, to slice the brownies into 9 large or 12 smaller pieces. Serve and enjoy the decadent treat!
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter.
- Be careful not to overbake to keep the brownies fudgy and moist.
- Chilling the brownies before slicing helps achieve clean, neat cuts.
- Dark chocolate with at least 60-70% cocoa content yields the best flavor and texture.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
