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Chocolate Chunk Brownies

These homemade chocolate chunk brownies are the epitome of comfort food, perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth craving with their rich, fudgy texture and gooey chocolate chunks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the brownie batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Provides richness and a tender texture.
  • 2.5 cups granulated sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to the chewy texture.
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil Enhances moisture for a fudgier brownie.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Adds a warm aromatic flavor.
  • 5 large eggs Binds the ingredients and helps create a fluffy texture.
  • 1 cup all purpose flour Provides structure to the brownie.
  • 0.75 cup Dutch process cocoa powder Deepens the chocolate flavor and gives a rich color.
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate Melts into the batter for a rich, gooey experience.
  • to taste flaky sea salt Optional garnish that adds a savory contrast to sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare a metal 9x13 inch cake pan with parchment paper and a light spray of cooking spray.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup unsalted butter until smooth.
  3. Stir in 2.5 cups granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Remove the mixture from heat and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in 2 tablespoons canola oil and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
  6. Beat in 5 large eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next.
  7. Gradually sift in 1 cup all purpose flour, 0.75 cup Dutch process cocoa powder, and 0.75 teaspoon salt, stirring until just combined.
  8. Gently fold in most of the 8 ounces dark chocolate into the batter.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks on top.
Baking
  1. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  2. Once baked, sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  3. Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

Allow the butter to cool down slightly before adding eggs to prevent them from cooking. Do not overmix after adding the flour to maintain a light texture.