Hairy Bikers Chocolate Brownies Recipe
If you love rich and fudgy desserts, this Hairy Bikers Chocolate Brownies Recipe is perfect for you. These brownies are soft in the center and slightly crisp on top.
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate chopped
- 150 g unsalted butter
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 100 g chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 180°C. Line your baking tin with parchment paper. This makes removing the brownies easier later.
Melt Chocolate and Butter
- Place chopped chocolate and butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir gently until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Mix Sugar and Eggs
- In a bowl, whisk sugar and eggs together. Mix until slightly pale and smooth. Add vanilla extract and stir again. This creates a glossy mixture.
Combine Chocolate Mixture
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture. Stir gently until fully combined. Do not overmix at this stage.
Add Dry Ingredients
- Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the bowl. Fold gently using a spatula. Mix until just combined. Add chocolate chips if using.
Pour Into Tin
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin. Spread evenly with a spatula. Tap the tin lightly to remove air bubbles.
Bake the Brownies
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes. The top should look set and slightly crackly. The center should still feel soft. Do not overbake.
Cool Before Cutting
- Let the brownies cool completely in the tin. This helps them set properly. Cut into squares using a sharp knife.
Notes
- Use 70% dark chocolate for deeper flavor.
- Add chopped walnuts for crunch.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.
- Do not overmix to keep texture fudgy.
- Chill brownies before slicing for clean cuts.
- Add white chocolate chips for contrast.