Decadent Dark Chocolate Cake Brownies Recipe (8 Ingredients, 30 Minutes) Desserts Cakes/Cupcakes Snacks Low Sodium Recipes Gluten-free

Some people prefer ooey, gooey brownies while others prefer cake-like brownies. This decadent dark chocolate cake brownie recipe is so delicious, it may turn ooey, gooey brownie lovers onto the cake side!

To make this easy dark chocolate brownie recipe you will need some simple ingredients from your fridge and pantry. Here is your shopping list for this chocolate dessert recipe: dark chocolate (check out the health benefits of dark chocolate), butter, eggs, granulated sugar, flour (all-purpose or gluten-free 1:1 flour), baking powder, kosher salt, vanilla extract and optional nuts if you like some crunch in your brownies. The brownies are cooling on the counter in about 30 minutes.

Cut the cooled cake brownies into squares and serve them for dessert with a cup of coffee or milk. To make the brownies even more decadent, drizzle them with caramel sauce or chocolate sauce. The brownies would also make wonderful food gifts around the holidays. 

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 23 minutes
Total Time: 30 to 33 minutes
Servings: 16 to 24 (depending on size)

Ingredients

• 3 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup flour (all-purpose or gluten-free 1:1 flour)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 
• 1 cup pecans, chopped (optional)

Here's how to make it: 

1. Put the dark chocolate and butter into a saucepot over low heat. Cook, stirring often, until the chocolate and butter melt together. Remove from heat. 
2. Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until they turn light yellow. (You can use a whisk or an electric mixer.)
3. Add the sugar and beat well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Stir the mixture into the wet ingredients. (For gluten-free brownies, use gluten-free flour.)
5. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla. Fold in the pecans, if using.
6. Pour the batter into an 11x7-inch baking pan. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven for about 20 to 23 minutes. Do not overbake! (If you overbake the brownies, they will be dry.)
7. Remove and cool before cutting into squares. Store the brownies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

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