Double Chocolate Brownies
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup white granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 package (12 ounces) dark or bittersweet chocolate chips, divided in half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¾ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 ea. (100 g) standard eggs
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Let the eggs and butter sit out for 30 minutes to bring to room temperature.
2. Preheat oven to 165°C (325°F).
3. In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. In a small saucepan combine butter, sugar, and water. Bring just to a boil then remove from heat.
5. Add half of the chocolate chips (6 oz) and vanilla. Stir until smooth and shiny.
6. Transfer the chocolate mixture into a large bowl.
7. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
8. Gradually blend in flour mixture.
9. Stir in remaining chocolate chips and nuts if desired.
10. Spread in a greased 9-inch square pan.
11. Bake at 165°C (325°F) for 30–35 minutes.
12. Cool completely before cutting into 2¼-inch squares.
