Cocoa Brownies

Vegetarian
Cocoa Brownies
45 min.
16
139kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delectable Cocoa Brownies, a perfect dessert that combines rich flavors with a satisfyingly fudgy texture. Whether you're planning a family gathering, a friendly get-together, or simply craving a homemade treat, these brownies are sure to impress. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 16 people, making them an ideal choice for gatherings or special occasions.

These vegetarian brownies are made with high-quality Scharffen Berger natural unsweetened cocoa powder, ensuring a deep chocolate flavor that chocolate lovers will adore. The blend of ingredients creates a delightful contrast between sweetness and a hint of bitterness from the cocoa, resulting in a perfectly balanced dessert that’s not overly sweet.

One of the best things about this recipe is its simplicity. With just a few pantry staples, you can enjoy homemade brownies that rival any bakery. The process is straightforward, involving just one bowl for ease and minimal cleanup, allowing you to focus on the joy of baking. And with only 139 calories per serving, you can savor these treats guilt-free, whether enjoyed alone or shared with loved ones. So, preheat your oven and get ready to create a batch of these delightful treats that will make your taste buds dance!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup scharffen berger natural 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 B3:0.25mg
1.25%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.25%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.13%
Calcium:10.98mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious