Best-Ever 5-Ingredient Brownies
Fudgy, rich, and incredibly easy to make, these brownies use just five pantry staples to deliver bakery-quality results. A perfect mix of nostalgia and indulgence, they’re sure to become a favorite.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- 9x9 Metal Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter melted (or browned for extra flavor)
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs room temperature
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder natural or Dutch-processed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 metal baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs for 2–3 minutes until pale and thick.
- Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract (if using).
- Gently fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. The batter should be thick and glossy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 33–38 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares.
Notes
Brown the butter for extra depth of flavor. Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt before baking.