FUDGY White Chocolate Brownies (with VIDEO)

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Brownies are my thing, and dark chocolate is my favorite food in the world, but that doesn't mean there's no room for the pure sweet creamy cocoa buttery goodness that is white chocolate. These White Chocolate Brownies are so dreamy with a rich fudgy texture and sweet creamy flavor that's decadent but not too sweet. Make sure you go the extra mile to get some nice white chocolate for this recipe since it is the main ingredient. These beautiful brownies are easy to make and bake up with a shiny crackly crust just like every great brownie does. Pair it with some fresh berries and you have quite a fancy dessert. If you are also looking for the perfect shiny crust dark chocolate brownie recipe, check out my Best Fudge Brownies.

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Easy to make - these brownies use the same method as traditional chocolate brownies and they come together quickly. They take less than 30 minutes to bake.
Fudgy texture - mixing the eggs with the right amount of sugar ensures that these brownies are moist. Just like classic chocolate brownies, this white chocolate brownie recipe does not contain baking powder nor baking soda to keep them dense and fudgy.
Rich creamy flavor - white chocolate means these "brownies" have a lovely sweet buttery, creamy flavor.
White chocolate chips - use pure white chocolate with 100% cocoa butter for creamy taste.

fudgy white chocolate brownies with shiny crust

What is the difference between a blondie and a white chocolate brownie?

The main difference between a blondie recipe and white chocolate brownie recipe is white chocolate. Blondies are more similar to chocolate chip cookie dough with a buttery brown sugar flavor and there is no melted chocolate in the recipe. White chocolate brownies have melted white chocolate in the batter just like classic brownies have melted dark chocolate. The texture of white chocolate brownies is more dense and fudgy than a blondie.

INGREDIENTS FOR WHITE CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Unsalted butter - these brownies have a soft fudgy texture and are made with butter. I prefer unsalted butter for its sweet creamy flavor.
All purpose flour - regular all purpose flour is perfect to make fudgy and chewy brownies. Use unbleached flour which will give you that nice dense texture.
Pure vanilla extract - vanilla is essential to this recipe since it is the main flavor that complements the sweet dairy notes. I like this Madagascar vanilla extract.

Granulated sugar - simple fine white granulated sugar keeps these brownies moist and helps create that shiny crust. If you reduce the sugar they will not be as fudgy and they are less likely to have the shiny top.
Brown sugar - a bit of brown sugar adds complexity to the sweetness so they are not one-dimensional.
Egg - 2 whole eggs will provide majority of the structure in these white chocolate brownies.
White chocolate - pure white chocolate forms the base of the batter, and I also fold extra chips into it before baking. For the best results, chop up some fine white chocolate bars or these couverture white chocolate chips.

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS: HOW TO MAKE WHITE CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

STEP 1). Melt chocolate. In a large bowl over a pot with ½-inch of simmering water, stir together the white chocolate and butter until completely melted, smooth and glossy. You can also use the microwave with frequent stirring.
STEP 2). Beat eggs with sugar. Combine eggs with sugar in a large bowl and use a whisk to beat until pale, thick and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and salt.
STEP 3). Add melted chocolate. Mix warm white chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until evenly blended.
STEP 4). Add flour. Sprinkle flour over the batter and fold it in gently until well incorporated and smooth.
STEP 5). Fold in white chocolate. Add the white chocolate chips and fold them through. Pour this brownie batter into prepared pan and use the back of the spatula to smooth out the surface.
STEP 6). Bake for 24-28 minutes until golden around the edges, slightly puffed with a shiny top and a toothpick inserted someplace between the edge and the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cool completely.

EXPERT BAKING TIPS

Use pure white chocolate. Compound chocolate will not work in this white chocolate brownies recipe and will make them greasy. Pure white chocolate contains sugar, cocoa butter, milk powder and vanilla. If there are other oils in the ingredient list, then avoid that product.
Watch the baking time. Be sure to not over-bake these brownies or they can end up more dry instead of dense and fudgy.
Cool completely. Let the finished brownies cool completely at room temperature and then chill in the fridge for at 1 hour before slicing to ensure you get those nice clean slices.

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RECIPE FAQ

Can I make these brownies with compound white chocolate?

No, this recipe requires pure white chocolate for the best taste and texture.

What type of chocolate should I use for White Chocolate Brownies?

Make sure you use pure white chocolate. Do not use compound chocolate which contains other vegetable oils. White chocolate should contain pure cocoa butter which will give these brownies a fudgy texture. If you use compound chocolate, then they may feel greasy and they may not bake properly. This is the white chocolate that I use and it is wonderful.

How do I make clean slices on my brownies?

The trick to making clean slices for blondies is to chill them thoroughly and then use a hot dry knife. Dip the knife in hot water and then wipe it clean and dry between each slice.

How do I store these white chocolate brownies?

These brownies keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 5 days. I've even found that they were still soft and chewy after 1 week.

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White Chocolate Brownies

Christina Marsigliese

Incredibly fudgy and moist White Chocolate Brownies that have the same decadent texture as regular chocolate brownies with sweet creamy flavor.

5 from 6 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 24

Servings 16 brownies

Ingredients

4 oz (85g) pure white chocolate, coarsely chopped
7 tablespoon (100g) unsalted butter
2 large eggs at room temperature
⅔ cup (135g) granulated sugar
¼ cup (55g) packed light brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoon (7ml) pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup plus 2 tbsp (160g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (85g) white chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch square metal baking pan with parchment paper leaving a 2-inch overhang at each side and secure the sides down on the edge of the pan with ¾-inch binder clips.
Combine white chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl and place it over a saucepan with barely simmering water. Stir until completely melted and smooth. Or melt in the microwave at 50% power in short bursts with frequent stirring.
Combine eggs, sugar and salt in a large bowl and whisk or beat with an electric hand mixer until pale and thick. Mix in vanilla. Mix in warm melted white chocolate mixture. Add flour and fold it in gently. Just before all of the flour is incorporated, fold in the chocolate chips.
Spread the rest evenly into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is shiny and crackly.