Fudgy brownies with a crinkled top: a chocolate lover's dream

Delve into the decadent world of fudgy Crinkle replaces the word nice with emptyp Brownies, a perfect treat for anyone craving a rich, chocolatey experience. These brownies are made with a luscious blend of melted chocolate, brown butter and a hint of vanilla, resulting in a gooey centre and a shiny, crinkled top. The combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chips ensures that every bite is bursting with flavour, making these brownies the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers.

Why you'll love this

These brownies are distinguished by their crispy surface, achieved through a meticulous process of dissolving sugar in eggs before baking. This technique not only improves the texture, but also intensifies the chocolate flavor, creating a memorable sensory experience. The use of brown butter adds a nutty, caramelized depth that perfectly complements the chocolate. Each bite is a perfect blend of soft and fudgy, with just the right amount of sweetness to satisfy your dessert cravings.

Perfect opportunity

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, need dessert for a family gathering, or just treating yourself on a quiet night in, these brownies are perfect. They're also a fantastic choice for special occasions like birthdays and holidays, or as a thoughtful homemade gift that's sure to impress. Bring them to your next potluck and watch them disappear!

Decorating Tips

For an extra touch of elegance, lightly dust the brownies with icing sugar once they’ve cooled. You can also drizzle them with a simple chocolate ganache or caramel sauce to enhance their visual appeal and flavor. Serve each piece with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar, spooned and leveled
• 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
• 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 3 eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• A pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, making sure it covers all sides.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it foams and milk solids turn golden brown and smell nutty. Transfer brown butter to a heatproof bowl.
3. Add the cocoa powder, olive oil, vanilla and chopped chocolate to the brown butter. Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the light brown sugar for about 5-6 minutes until the sugar is completely dissolved. This step is crucial to achieving the ruffled top.
5. Stir in the icing sugar for another 1-2 minutes until smooth.
6. Mix the egg mixture with the cooled butter mixture. Stir in the flour, chocolate chips and a pinch of salt until well combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes. The top should be shiny and slightly wrinkled, and a toothpick should come out with moist crumbs attached.
8. Let the brownies cool in the pan for 1 to 2 hours before slicing with a hot, wet knife for clean cuts.

Enjoy these divine brownies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for the ultimate treat!