Recipe: Walnut Chocolate Brownies 🍫
Description:
These Walnut Chocolate Brownies are a delightful treat straight from the kitchen of “Sugar” on the Food Network Canada. The longer you bake them, the cakier they become, but I prefer mine moist and fudgy, just perfect! Feel free to swap the walnuts for pecans for a twist. These brownies taste even better the day after, especially when warmed for a few seconds in the microwave, making them irresistibly moist.
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 12 bars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup walnut pieces
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 381.6
- Fat: 22.4g
- Saturated Fat: 11.2g
- Cholesterol: 111.2mg
- Sodium: 164.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 44.2g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugar: 29.7g
- Protein: 6g
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×11 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
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Melt butter: In a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave, melt the butter until smooth. Transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
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Mix cocoa powder: Add the cocoa powder to the melted butter and stir until well combined, creating a smooth chocolate mixture.
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Incorporate sugar: Stir in the sugar gradually, ensuring it mixes well with the chocolate mixture.
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Add eggs: Crack the eggs into the bowl, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
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Stir in vanilla: Pour in the vanilla extract and stir it into the batter until evenly distributed, infusing it with aromatic flavor.
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Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder until evenly combined.
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Blend dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the chocolate batter, stirring until everything is fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
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Fold in walnuts: Gently fold the walnut pieces into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
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Transfer to pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until the brownies are firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
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Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing them into bars. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness!
These Walnut Chocolate Brownies are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual gathering or a special celebration. Indulge in the decadent flavors and enjoy every bite of these moist and fudgy delights!