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A plate of six chocolate, homemade brownies topped with a sprinkle of coarse salt.

Homemade Brownies

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 16 brownies

Ingredients

  • 4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate melted according to packet directions
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • sea salt flakes for garnishing (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9-inch (20cm) square baking tin with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Add the melted chocolate, olive oil, granulated sugar, eggs and vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl. Mix well with a whisk until well combined and no white streaks of flour remain. 
  • Add the flour, cocoa powder and salt to the mixture, and mix until just combined. Stir through the chocolate chips.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared baking tin. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the edges have set but the center is still soft. Sprinkle over the sea salt flakes, if using.
  • Allow the brownie to cool in the tin completely before removing and slicing. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Swaps:
  • The olive oil in these brownies can be substituted with ½ cup of melted butter for ordinary brownies.
  • These brownies can be made dairy-free by substituting the chocolate for non-dairy chocolate.
Texture: Increase the baking time for firmer brownies, and decrease the baking time for fudgier brownies.
Storage: Store these brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezing: These brownies are suitable for freezing. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 54IU | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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