Chewy Chocolate Brownies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Melt butter and chocolate together in a bowl over simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.

Step 3

Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 4

Stir granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted chocolate until combined, ~1 minute.

Step 5

Add eggs one at a time, stirring after each addition until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Stir in vanilla extract, then fold in the flour mixture until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour batter into prepared pan and spread into an even layer with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake 22–25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center has a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Cut into 12 squares and serve at room temperature or warm.