Description
A decadent hybrid dessert combining the rich, fudgy texture of a brownie with the form of a cake. Finished with a characteristic crackly top and deep cocoa flavor.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar together until the mixture is pale and slightly fluffy.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to combine.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until edges are set but the center remains slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and cool completely in the pan for at least one hour before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American