Brownies are a classic dessert that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for decades. These treats are made with a combination of flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and chocolate, resulting in a dense, fudgy texture that is hard to resist. While there are many variations and recipes for brownies, using the darkest of chocolate can truly elevate the flavor and result in a richer, more indulgent experience.
The use of dark chocolate in brownies not only enhances the taste but also offers numerous health benefits. Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that can prevent damage to cells and reduce the risk of heart disease. Additionally, it has been found to improve brain function and lower blood pressure. With its intense flavor and health benefits, dark chocolate brownies can be a guilt-free indulgence for chocolate lovers everywhere.

Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: International
Servings: 1 9″ x 9″ pan
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 oz. unsweetened chocolate powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla essence
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 cup peanut powder
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or pecans
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a sauce pan over low heat. Add the chocolate powder and mix well over the fire. The chocolate mixes easily. Set aside to cool. You could use a hand mixer to help you mix the ingredients well.
- Beat the eggs until they look light yellow like above. Add the sugar and the vanilla essence. Mix well until you have a smooth mixture.
- Sift the flour and baking powder together. Sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the flour to the cream mixture and beat well.
- Add the chocolate mixture and mix well. The mixture gets thicker as you mix. Add the peanut powder (and peanuts if you wish). Mix well again.
- Pour the mixture into a well greased pan and bake for 45 minutes or until knife inserted in centre comes out clean. Cool before cutting.
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Brownies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 oz. unsweetened chocolate powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla essence
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 cup peanut powder
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or pecans
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a sauce pan over low heat. Add the chocolate powder and mix well over the fire. The chocolate mixes easily. Set aside to cool. You could use a hand mixer to help you mix the ingredients well.
- Beat the eggs until they look light yellow like above. Add the sugar and the vanilla essence. Mix well until you have a smooth mixture.
- Sift the flour and baking powder together. Sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the flour to the cream mixture and beat well.
- Add the chocolate mixture and mix well. The mixture gets thicker as you mix. Add the peanut powder (and peanuts if you wish). Mix well again.
- Pour the mixture into a well greased pan and bake for 45 minutes or until knife inserted in centre comes out clean. Cool before cutting.