Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your ordinary dessert experience into an extraordinary chocolate adventure! These Quick Delicious Nuts and Dark Cacao Brownies are not just another recipe - they're a rich, fudgy explosion of flavor that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight. Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly crafted brownie that combines the deep, intense notes of dark cacao with the delightful crunch of mixed nuts - a combination so irresistible, you'll want to make these again and again!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dark cacao powder
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts, chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in sugar until well combined and slightly smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until mixture is glossy and well integrated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, dark cacao powder, and salt. Ensure no lumps remain in the dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender brownie texture.
- Roughly chop the mixed nuts and fold them into the brownie batter, reserving a small portion for topping.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle reserved chopped nuts on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Use parchment paper to lift brownies onto a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Once cooled, cut into 12 equal squares. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.
Tips
- Use high-quality dark cacao powder for the most intense chocolate flavor.
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense brownies.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
- Check brownies early - it's better to slightly underbake than overbake for that fudgy texture.
- Let brownies cool completely before cutting for clean, precise squares.
- Store brownies in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.
- For extra indulgence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg
