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August 29, 2018 · Updated June 19, 2020 · 9 Comments

Absolutely Perfect Fudge Brownies from Scratch

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Absolutely perfect fudge brownies from scratch. Simple as that.

These truly are absolutely perfect fudge brownies from scratch! Click for video recipe tutorial and step-by-step photo instructions.

To All My Fudge Brownie Purists,

If you take a look at the desserts section on my website, you may notice that there are quite a few brownie recipes. That’s no accident…I sort of (ok, totally) have a thing for brownies!

I’m willing to experiment with a few add-ins and toppings (as long as you don’t try to ruin them with nuts!) We’ve made strawberry brownies, cocoa pebbles brownies, homemade cosmic brownies, and even healthy avocado brownies (so good!)

However, as much as I love all those other brownie recipes, I’m generally a brownie purist. To me there’s nothing better than rich, chewy, fudge brownies from scratch. They’re pretty much perfect on their own!

These truly are absolutely perfect fudge brownies from scratch! Click for video recipe tutorial and step-by-step photo instructions.

I’m not sure what took so long, but I finally published a recipe to make brownies from scratch. It’s a simple, classic recipe (with an extra hit of chocolate for even richer fudge flavor!)

Aside from the moist chocolate fudge interior, I’m in love with the chewy edges (my favorite part of the whole brownie) and the flaky crust. Absolutely perfect.

So to all my fellow fudge brownie purists, this one’s for you!

Close up of a stack of chocolate fudge brownies

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  • Medium saucepan
  • Non-slip mixing bowls
  • Wire whisk
  • 9×9″ baking pan (This one comes with a handy lid!)
  • Parchment paper

Classic fudge brownie recipe. It's the best!

How to Make the Best Brownies from Scratch

First, watch a quick demo video how to make the perfect brownies from scratch, then keep reading for photo step-by-step instructions and prep tips. There’s also a free printable copy of our fudge brownies recipe at the bottom of the post.

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×9″ baking pan with parchment paper.

Melt chocolate chunks in a medium saucepan along with water and sugar. This is the “secret” ingredient for extra super fudge-y brownies!

Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl add the rest of your brownie ingredients and stir together until just combined.

Chocolate chunk brownie ingredients in bowl

I know I said above that I love old-fashioned fudge brownies with nothing in them, and then I go and put chocolate chips in this recipe…

…BUT the chocolate chips melt while baking and cook into the brownies for little pockets of heavenly chocolate goodness!

When your chocolate mixture is melted, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. You just don’t want it to cook the eggs when you add to your mixing bowl.

Once the chocolate sauce is about room temperature (or slightly warmer), go ahead and pour into your mixing bowl and whisk together until you have a thick, chocolate-y batter.

brownie batter in baking pan

Now you’re ready to bake! Pop ’em in the oven for 40 minutes, then allow to cool before cutting.

chocolate brownie on parchment paper

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Be sure to pin this recipe to make brownies from scratch:

These truly are absolutely perfect fudge brownies from scratch! Click for video recipe tutorial and step-by-step photo instructions.

Grab a free printable copy of our perfect Fudge Brownies recipe:

These truly are absolutely perfect fudge brownies from scratch! Click for video recipe tutorial and step-by-step photo instructions.
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Absolutely Perfect Fudge Brownies from Scratch

The perfect fudge brownie recipe for brownie lovers!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brownies, chocolate
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 385kcal
Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom
Cost: $5

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 ¾ cup flour
  • ⅓ cup cocoa
  • ½ cup chocolate chunks
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x9" baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and chocolate chunks, stirring until chocolate is melted. Remove pan from heat and allow mixture to cool (but not harden).
  • Add flour, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, baking powder, and salt to a mixing bowl and stir to incorporate. Add eggs, oil and vanilla and mix until just combined.
  • Pour melted chocolate into mixing bowl with the rest of your ingredients and mix until well incorporated.
  • Pour brownie batter into baking pan and bake for 40 minutes at 350°F.
  • Allow to cool completely before cutting.

Notes

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2.3mg

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  1. Ky says

    May 11, 2019 at 10:57 am

    I see oil in the ingredients list but not in the recipe. Luckily I caught this just before they were going into the oven, so I scooped it all out, added oil, and put it back in the pan. Hopefully they will turn out okay. They are in the oven now.

    Reply
    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      May 11, 2019 at 5:36 pm

      Thank you for catching that! I updated the printable recipe.

      Reply
  2. Nana D says

    June 25, 2019 at 11:06 am

    These brownies are delish! A little more work than box mix but well worth it. More of a fudge taste! I did add a little instant coffee and some almond flavoring ( which I do with all brownies). Definitely my go to. brownie. Thanks so much for sharing.

    Reply
    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      June 25, 2019 at 1:06 pm

      Yay! Glad you loved them! I love to add almond extract to baked goods too 😉

      Reply
  3. Victoria Dame says

    September 30, 2019 at 6:32 pm

    Either I’m doing something wrong or there is something wrong with the recipe? It only calls for 3/4 C of flour. Mine came out very strange. Can you help me?

    Reply
    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      October 17, 2019 at 11:13 am

      Hi Victoria – I believe the recipe should be for 1 3/4 cup flour. I must have mistyped it in the recipe card, so I appreciate you pointing that out!

      Reply
    • Sheila Isbell says

      November 2, 2019 at 12:39 pm

      Stacey,
      Are the added chocolate chips necessary? My son is a newly diagnosed type 1 diabetic and has requested brownies for his birthday, instead of cake. Your recipe looks like a good one if the chips can be omitted.
      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

        November 3, 2019 at 11:11 pm

        Hi Sheila – are you referring to the avocado brownies that I linked to within this post? They are made with brown rice flour and coconut sugar, which is lower glycemic. And you can definitely omit the chocolate chips, or use a sugar free brand (we love Lily’s). Here’s that recipe: https://thesoccermomblog.com/avocado-brownies/ Hope this helps!

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        • Sheila Isbell says

          November 4, 2019 at 5:58 pm

          This one. Unfortunately I have a sensitivity to avocados. It’s sad because I love them.
          I will look for the sugar free ones and try the brown rice flour. Thank you!!

          Reply

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