Basic FUDGY BROWNIES - How to make BROWNIES Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and reduces saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: honey

Stevia reduces calories while honey adds moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: whole wheat flour

Almond flour adds protein while whole wheat is more economical.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: cocoa nibs

Dark chocolate has less sugar, cocoa nibs are less expensive.

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

In a medium mixing bowl, add the cocoa powder and vegetable oil, and whisk to combine.

Beat the eggs until lightly beaten and incorporate them into the cocoa mixture along with the melted butter.

Stir in the cup of sugar until well combined.

Add the flour and continue stirring until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Butter a 9x6 dish and add the brownie dough, spreading it evenly in the pan.

Optionally, sprinkle walnuts on top of the brownie dough.

Bake in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes.

Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.

Let the brownies cool for about 30 minutes before cutting into them.

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