Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies

Best fudgy chewy browkies deliver a melt-in-your-mouth experience every time. I’ve made this recipe dozens of times and know the secrets to perfect texture. The gooey center and crispy edges are irresistible. Try this with my easy BBQ brisket sandwiches for a great meal. Jump to Recipe If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy BBQ Brisket Sandwiches with Melted Cheddar Cheese and Refreshingly Virgin Strawberry Pina Colada Recipe.

What You'll Need for Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 cup chopped chocolate
• Optional: Powdered sugar
• Optional: Chocolate drizzle
• Optional: Vanilla ice cream

How to Make Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and buttermilk.
4. Combine both mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped chocolate.
5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs.
6. Cool and serve: Let cool completely before cutting into squares. Serve with a scoop of ice cream for best results.

Storing & Reheating Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Make up to 2 days in advance and store in an airtight container.

Freezing Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies

Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm bite.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
• Best substitution: If you don't have buttermilk, use 1 cup milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice.
• Make-ahead: Bake and cool completely before storing. Reheat as needed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled easily.
• Troubleshooting: If the browkies are too dry, add 1-2 tbsp milk to the batter before baking.

Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies

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Prep

15 min

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Cook

25 min

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Total

40 min

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Serves

12 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Seasonings

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 cup chopped chocolate

Optional Toppings

• Powdered sugar
• Chocolate drizzle
• Vanilla ice cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and buttermilk.
4. Combine both mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped chocolate.
5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs.
6. Cool and serve: Let cool completely before cutting into squares. Serve with a scoop of ice cream for best results.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
• Best substitution: If you don't have buttermilk, use 1 cup milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice.
• Make-ahead: Bake and cool completely before storing. Reheat as needed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled easily.
• Troubleshooting: If the browkies are too dry, add 1-2 tbsp milk to the batter before baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm bite.
• Make ahead: Make up to 2 days in advance and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sat. Fat: 7g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Best Fudgy Chewy Browkies and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!