Cocoa Brownies

Vegetarian
Cocoa Brownies
45 min.
16
139kcal

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Indulge in the rich and fudgy delight of Cocoa Brownies, a timeless dessert that promises to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping your dietary preferences in check. These decadent treats are not just a feast for the taste buds; they are also a testament to the beauty of vegetarian baking. With the intense flavor of Scharffen Berger natural unsweetened cocoa powder, each bite is a luscious experience that balances sweetness with a deep chocolate richness.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a batch of 16 delectable brownies, making them perfect for sharing at gatherings or simply enjoying at home. The combination of simple ingredients like butter, sugar, and eggs transforms into an irresistible dessert that is sure to impress friends and family alike. With a caloric count of only 139 kcal per square, these brownies offer a guilt-free indulgence that's perfect for any occasion.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe invites you to embark on a delicious culinary adventure. With straightforward instructions and minimal equipment required, you'll find joy in the process of creating something truly special. So roll up your sleeves and prepare to enjoy the mouthwatering aroma and exquisite taste of homemade Cocoa Brownies – a treat that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted cut into 1" pieces (1 stick)
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • cutting board
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an8x8x2" glass baking dish withfoil, pressing firmly into pan andleaving a 2" overhang. Coat foilwith nonstick spray; set bakingdish aside.
  2. Melt butter in a small saucepanover medium heat.
  3. Let coolslightly.
  4. Whisk sugar, cocoa,and salt in a medium bowl tocombine.
  5. Pour butter in a steadystream into dry ingredients,whisking constantly to blend.
  6. Whisk in vanilla.
  7. Add eggs oneat a time, beating vigorously toblend after each addition.
  8. Addflour and stir until just combined(do not overmix). Scrape batterinto prepared pan; smooth top.
  9. Bake until top begins to crackand a toothpick inserted into thecenter comes out with a few moistcrumbs attached, 25-30 minutes.
  10. Transfer pan to a wire rack;let cool completely in pan. Usingfoil overhang, lift brownie outof pan; transfer to a cutting board.
  11. Cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition Facts

Calories139kcal
Protein5.08%
Fat41.78%
Carbs53.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.07
Glycemic Load
12.35
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.9721738981164%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.61mg
Epicatechin
7.92mg
Quercetin
0.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:139.35kcal
6.97%
Fat:6.98g
10.73%
Saturated Fat:4.17g
26.06%
Carbohydrates:19.96g
6.65%
Net Carbohydrates:18.4g
6.69%
Sugar:15.73g
17.48%
Cholesterol:38.5mg
12.83%
Sodium:83.4mg
3.63%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.3%
100%
Caffeine:9.27mg
3.09%
Protein:1.91g
3.81%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.79%
Copper:0.16mg
8.17%
Fiber:1.56g
6.25%
Magnesium:21.61mg
5.4%
Selenium:3.54µg
5.06%
Phosphorus:46.49mg
4.65%
Iron:0.8mg
4.45%
Vitamin A:211.02IU
4.22%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.34%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.55%
Folate:9.21µg
2.3%
Potassium:75.09mg
2.15%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.76%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.57%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.54%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.25%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.25%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.13%
Calcium:10.98mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious