Description
Rich chocolate swirls of Nutella brownies create delectable chocolate magic in each indulgent bite. Chocolate lovers discover pure bliss with these effortless homemade treats you’ll savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ sticks (170 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup (170 g) semisweet chocolate chips
- 4 oz (113 g) unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup (150 g) Nutella
- 1 ¼ cups (245 g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (96 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparation: Line an 8×8-inch metal pan with foil or parchment paper, ensuring overhanging edges for easy removal. Lightly coat with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Chocolate Fusion: Melt chocolate chips, butter, and unsweetened chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring carefully between 30-second intervals to achieve a smooth consistency. Incorporate Nutella into the slightly cooled mixture.
- Egg Transformation: Whip eggs and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and voluminous, approximately 3 minutes. Gently fold in vanilla extract.
- Batter Harmonization: Carefully integrate the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture using a rubber spatula, maintaining the delicate air incorporated during whipping.
- Dry Ingredient Integration: Softly fold flour, cocoa, and salt into the batter, taking care to avoid overmixing and preserve the brownie’s tender texture.
- Baking Process: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with smooth, deliberate motions. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, monitoring carefully to achieve moist, fudgy centers. A toothpick should emerge with soft crumbs attached.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan to set the texture and intensify the rich chocolate flavor. Slice and serve at room temperature, slightly warmed, or chilled according to personal preference.
Notes
- Prevent Scorching: Microwave chocolate in short intervals, stirring between each to ensure smooth melting without burning.
- Aerate Eggs Properly: Whip eggs and sugar for precisely 3 minutes to create a light, voluminous base that contributes to the brownies’ tender texture.
- Check Doneness Carefully: Look for soft crumbs on a toothpick and avoid overbaking to maintain a moist, fudgy center – the hallmark of exceptional brownies.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let brownies cool completely in the pan to set the texture and allow flavors to develop fully, enhancing the rich chocolate and Nutella profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg