My Small Batch Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies were so popular that I'm making more small batch recipes to share with you! And, based on the response I received on Instagram, you are all VERY excited to try this new recipe for the MOST AMAZING, the BEST Small Batch Brownies that are so fudgy and delicious. They are also incredibly easy to make. I'm actually thrilled that you are excited about small batch baking because it is something I have been doing for years, but I always felt that most people wanted large-scale recipes. I frequently bake in small batches since I bake so often and don't always prefer to freeze things. I like having fresh-made and fresh-baked goods!
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- Easy to make - this recipe comes together in just 5 minutes with a simple whisk and a bowl. You don't need a mixer!
- Small batch recipe - this recipe makes just 8 brownies. It's perfect if you have a small household and thus not enough people to share 16 brownies or 24 cookies with (so you don't eat them ALL!). If you like variety, making small batches means you can make several different things instead of lots of one thing.
- Double chocolate - you get fudgy brownies with dark chocolate chips. There's never too much chocolate!
- Fudgy brownies - these brownies are so moist and fudgy. They are absolutely not dry nor cakey.
- Shiny crust brownies - these small batch brownies always bake up with a shiny crackly top! I haven't had a single person make them where they didn't!
INGREDIENTS FOR SMALL BATCH BROWNIES
This recipe uses simple basic pantry ingredients. It's the easiest thing ever and you will be thrilled with the results!
- Bittersweet Chocolate - it is really important to use chocolate with minimum 70% cocoa solids. If you use a chocolate with lower cocoa solids, then it will add too much sugar to the recipe and the brownies may be too sweet or they might not set up properly.
- Brown sugar - I like to use brown sugar for this recipe because it gives them an extra depth of flavor thanks to the molasses, and it keeps them extra moist! Feel free to use an equal amount of granulated sugar if you prefer.
- Egg - just one whole egg is all you need to make this recipe! Make sure it is at room temperature for best results.
- Butter - you can use salted or unsalted for this recipe. Since you only need 3 tablespoons, the extra salt won't really affect the final result.
- Flour - regular unbleached all purpose flour is best for this recipe.
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
If you like fudgy brownies, then get ready for a treat! This recipe makes dense, moist, squishy, fudgy brownies! They are intensely chocolaty and so satisfying with the perfect salty-sweet balance.
- STEP 1.) Melt chocolate. Melt together the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, or you can do this in the microwave gently with frequent stirring so it doesn't burn.
- STEP 2.) Beat eggs and sugar. Combine egg with sugar in a medium bowl and whisk vigorously or beat on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until very thick, pale and fluffy. Mix in vanilla and salt.
- STEP 3.) Add melted chocolate. Add the warm chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and mix it in well.
- STEP 4.) Mix in flour. Add the flour and fold it in until evenly combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- STEP 5.) Bake. Spread the batter into your lined baking pan and bake until a skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist sticky crumbs attached, but not wet batter. Let them cool completely in the pan.
How to make MOIST fudgy small batch brownies from scratch:
When it comes to a moist and fudgy texture, it's about the sugar and how it is dissolved. Dissolve sugar = syrup = bound water = moistness.
Lots of recipes tell you to "dissolve" sugar in melted chocolate and butter, but I don't care how long you stir it or how hot that butter is, sugar will NEVER dissolve in melted chocolate! Sugar dissolves in water, not fat. In addition to that..., with the amount of sugar that goes into a brownie, it is technically a supersaturated mixture so it will never be completely dissolved anyways. Brownie batter is a very low moisture batter, unlike cake batter that has a higher water content.
HOW TO GET SHINY CRUST ON SMALL BATCH BROWNIES:
If you haven't already noticed, these brownies have that perfect wrinkly shiny crust! It's the sign of a great brownie because it means the sugar is well dissolved, which as I mentioned above, means that they will be fudgy! The number one way to achieve a shiny crust on my small batch fudge brownies is to dissolve the sugar! You can read more about the science of it on this post for my Perfect Shiny Crust Fudge Brownies.
EXPERT BAKING TIPS:
- Follow the order of ingredient mixing. Beating eggs with sugar helps to dissolve sugar which keeps it in syrup form so that it holds on to the moisture and retains it.
- Use brown sugar - these brownies have this irresistible savory taste and rich caramel-like flavor thanks to brown sugar! It also helps to keep these brownies extra fudgy.
- Never use raising agents like baking soda or baking powder. Brownies are meant to be dense and using leavening will create gases that can make the brownie seem dry.
- Mix the eggs with the sugar first instead of stirring the sugar into the melted chocolate. Sugar cannot dissolve in fat, but it can dissolve in the water within egg whites.
- Measure flour accurately. Too much flour will definitely lead to a dry brownie, so be sure to either use a scale to weight it out or measure using the spoon & sweep method where you gently spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife.
- Do not over-bake. A skewer should come out with just a few moist crumbs attached. If it comes out clean, then they may be a bit more dry. But this recipe is so foolproof that they will still be great! Check them after 16 minutes for doneness.
RECIPE FAQ
Can I use granulated white sugar to make these brownies?
You can absolutely make this recipe with an equal amount of white granulated sugar and they will still turn out great. I like to use brown sugar for this recipe. It adds depth of flavour... a caramel-like, robust sweetness that enhances the richness of these brownies. Also, brown sugar contains molasses (a form of liquid sugar) which will help keep these extra fudgy and moist.
How to get the shiny crust on brownies?
Again, it's about dissolved sugar. Whisk the sugar into the eggs first. This will help it dissolve some, and also the bonds between sugar and egg proteins is what creates the thin tissue like crust. To help this along, always use room temperature (not cold) eggs. The warmer temperature helps sugar dissolve. The longer you whip the eggs with the sugar, the thinner and shinier the crust will be.
TIP: to bring eggs to room temperature quickly, submerge them in warm water for 10 minutes.
What size loaf pan should I use to make small batch brownies?
You can make this recipe in a 9x5-inch loaf pan or an 8x4-inch loaf pan. Note that if you use the larger size (9x5-inch), the brownies will be slightly thinner (like the photos of the brownies in the pan on this post) and will take less time to bake (closer to 16 minutes). If you use an 8x4-inch loaf pan, then the brownies will be thicker and they will take closer to 25 minutes to bake... and maybe a couple minutes more.
How do I know when the brownies are done baking?
Brownies are ready when the feel firm to the touch in the center and a skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. If the skewer comes out clean, then they are over-baked and might be a bit dry. If the skewer comes out with wet batter attached then they are not ready yet -- continue baking. If the skewer has a few individual sticky bits attached, then they are just right! Once they cool they will be fudgy, moist and delicious!
Why are my brownies still raw in the middle?
If you have a true 9x5-inch pan, the brownies should take just about 16 minutes but if your pan is slightly smaller, they may need up to 25 minutes. I recommend a metal pan because it conducts heat more quickly, but if you use a ceramic loaf pan, then the brownies may require another 10 minutes to cook.
If you love brownies, check out these recipes!
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THE BEST Small Batch Brownies
Ingredients
- 3 oz 85g bittersweet chocolate chopped
- 3 tablespoon 42g unsalted butter
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- ½ cup 110g packed light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup 35g all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x5 or 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Melt together chocolate and butter in the microwave in short bursts with frequent stirring until completely melted, smooth and glossy.
- Beat egg with sugar, vanilla and salt in a large bowl with a whisk or electric mixer for several minutes until pale, thick and fluffy. If using a mixer it will take 2-3 minutes. Beat in warm chocolate mixture until evenly blended. Sprinkle in flour and fold it in until well incorporated and smooth. Spread batter into prepared pan and sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 16-24 minutes until a skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. If you have a true 9x5-inch pan, the brownies should take just 16 minutes but if your pan is slightly smaller, they may need up to 25 minutes.
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If we want to lotus , Nutella, pistachio, oreo and any other brownie with these flavors… what is the amount of spread (lotus, Nutella etc) to be added to the recipe… and should we remove the chocolate if we want to make pistachio brownie or lotus brownie?
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christina.marsigliese
Hi Ahmad, it doesn't work to substitute spread for chocolate - they are very different substances. You can swirl some spread through the batter if you want.
Anne Larner
My daughter wants chocolate brownies instead of a traditional wedding cake. I want to make a brownie cake for the top tier in a 5 inch round tin. I'll probably make 2 x 2 inch deep and stack. Would this work and will your recipe be the correct quantity? Any advice most welcome, please!
christina.marsigliese
Hi Anne! This would work in a 5-inch round tin. You will need to increase the baking time slightly to make sure it's cooked through in the middle.
Danielle
Will this recipe work with cocoa powder? If so, what proportions? Thanks! Your website is a great treasure trove for the science of baking 🙂
christina.marsigliese
Hi Danielle, this recipe works only with melted chocolate. Try my Better than Box Mix Brownie recipe if you want to use all cocoa powder. Thanks!
Ayushi Anusmita
Hi, I want to make this recipe using 8x8 tin. Can I still use the same measurements?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Ayushi, you'll need to double the recipe.
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This is my all time favorite recipe! Can I double it? Because I like my brownies thicker.
christina.marsigliese
Hi Liv, yes you can double it and bake in an 8x8-inch pan. You'll need to add about 10 minute to the baking time.
Sherry Kahler
Delicious!!🩷
christina.marsigliese
Thank you!
Marlene
So I might've screwed up by adding banana in place of an egg - I have an egg white allergy - but I got an absolutely delicious thick fudge sauce out of it! Great recipe either way.
christina.marsigliese
LOL you invented something new!
Sandra
DELICIOUS!!!! Just made these and I made them in a mini muffin pan and had one extra so I put it in a small ramekin dish. I baked these in my air fryer at 350 on the bake setting. I don't like my brownies over baked so I set the timer for less time and then kept checking and adding a few more minutes as I felt would be needed. So I don't know exactly how long they actually baked for. I will most definitely be making these again.
christina.marsigliese
Love the idea of using a muffin pan. Thanks Sandra!
Hannah
I’ve tried a lot of recipes and these really are the best ever.
Elizabeth
Made these last night on a whim (to satisfy a massive craving for chocolate). I bake pretty regularly, so no one in my family thought much about the brownies that appeared before them. What was extraordinary was my husband quietly eating his brownie and casually saying, Yeah, this could be the best brownie I’ve ever had.
christina.marsigliese
Hi Elizabeth, I love this so much. Thanks for sharing! PS. your husband sounds awesome 😉
Alicia
My fail proof go-to when I need a serious (and I do mean SERIOUS!!!) chocolate hit!! Super quick (so long as you remember to leave the egg out to get to room temp!) and incredibly easy, two bowls and a whisk plus pantry staples is all you need for the best brownies ever. I alternate different toppings depending what’s lurking around my cupboard and fridge - nuts, chocolate bar, coconut - even adding a little orange zest or sprinkle of coffee powder at times. Give it a go - you won’t be disappointed!!
christina.marsigliese
Hi Alicia, thanks so much! I love all the ways you make it your own.
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These turned out delish. Pls do an eggless version too for allergy sufferers , would be grateful 🙏🏻✨.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Kat! One day I'll try to work on an eggless version 🙂
RJ
What can the egg be replaced with and proportion?
christina.marsigliese
HI RJ, this recipe requires egg.
Faaria Khan
These turned out perfectly! Super fudgy and delicious.
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Dharmisha Mistry
Omg this is so far the best brownie recipe I have come across!! They turned out sooo perfect and fudgy; exactly like the one shown in picture. I only added extra one tbsp dutch cocoa powder and they were delicious!! ❤️
christina.marsigliese
Wonderful! Thanks so much!
Yaz
So happy I made these normally I use a Dutch cocoa only recipe. Which is phenomenal. But THESE are equally great! Thanks for sharing !!!
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I’ve made these so many times now and they are really the best. They are very moist and fudgy.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Erica!
Anu
Hi, the recipe looks delicious and would like to try it. Can u please provide the measurements in metrics? It would be easier for many of us to get precision on the amount of flour etc so as to not go wrong. Thanks
christina.marsigliese
Hi there, all of my measurements are in metric quantities in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Bitasta Dutta
I have made these brownies twice after a friend recommended this recipe to me and absolutely love them. I use a 55% dark chocolate and hence, reduce the sugar slightly. I had one question though, I normally switch on both upper and lower heating rods while baking, so was curious if you do the same or only use bottom rods while baking brownies?
christina.marsigliese
Glad you love this recipe! I always bake with top and bottom heat.
Juliet
The best chocolatey chewy brownie??,..... Thanks a ton for this recipe
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Juliet!
Cilla
thank you for sharing the recipe!
Kate
Incredible chocolate flavor and perfect texture ??
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Kate! I love how fudgy they are.
Sami
These are amazing I’ve made them so many times! Any chance you have made this recipe on a larger scale than the small batch?
Thank you,
Sami
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Sami! You can try my Perfect Shiny Crust Fudge Brownies!
Maria
Love this recipe! Easy to make, simple ingredients and delicious. Thanks Christina for sharing your recipes!
Iliana
These brownies are excellent!
Planning to make them again tonight. The recipe was so simple to follow, quick and these brownies totally hit the spot!
christina.marsigliese
Thank you very much Iliana!
Maria
Loved recipe .. very tasty. Really liked that it was small batch but still super delicious for my small gathering.
christina.marsigliese
That's wonderful. Thanks so much Maria.
Susie J.
This is the only recipe I use now! They are so fudgy and super chocolatey.
christina.marsigliese
I'm so happy you love it Susie!
Lisa
This is truly the best brownie recipe ever! It's always a success.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Lisa! It never fails me.
Ayesha
The best small batch brownie recipe for quick solution of craving.
Easy to make with available ingredients at home.
I added a tsp of coffee, too. Taste......perfect. Moist, fudgy, chocolaty ? ? ? ? ? ?
christina.marsigliese
omg the coffee sounds like such a great idea! Thank you Ayesha.
Sam
I’ve tried many brownie recipes but they always failed, except this one! So so so good, a good fudgy brownie. Loveeee it ?
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so so much Sam!
Priya
9Loved the recipe, but I am unsure if it's the issue with my Oven (OTG). Followed all the instructions carefully. I took them out of the oven and tried cutting after 30-40 mins, and they fell apart into crumbles. This happens every time I bake a brownie! Would appreciate an insight on ho to fix this, thanks again
christina.marsigliese
Hi Priya, you may be over baking it. Also, try chilling in the fridge for 1 hour before slicing.
Sheri
hi there, i have been making these brownies for months now and it is THE BEST fudgy brownies ever to date! however, there are times where chocolate bloom/ fat bloom is seen forming at the top of the brownies. what can i do to avoid this from happening? thanks!
christina.marsigliese
Hi Sheri, make sure to use real chocolate – not compound chocolate. Also, it is very common to see bloom if you sprinkle chocolate chips on top when they cool down too quickly and it is cold in the house.
Sheri
hello! thanks for responding~
i use Beryls’s gourmet baking chocolate. is that okay? and it’s usually always warm than cold where i’m from
Jane C
I made these small batch fudgy brownies today and, oh my goodness, the flavor was wonderful and the texture was so moist and fudgy! Very easy to follow recipe and the results were fantastic!! I did a maple frosting with salted,chopped walnuts on top. They are divine!! Thank you, Christina, for all your hard work to create such reliable and delicious recipes!!!!
christina.marsigliese
Thank you so much Jane! I'm so glad you enjoy this recipe!
Lizet
Made these today and they came out perfect, we loved them! They're so fudgy and delicious! I think I'll be making these more often
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Lizet, I'm so happy you love them!
Sai P
Hey I'd liketo know if we can use 55 percent dark chocolate and reduce the sugar to 95g (from 110g)
christina.marsigliese
Hi Sai, I really recommend following the recipe for best results.
Aprajita
Came out super well!
Toni B
Amazing and super easy! Thank you Christina for this and all you amazing recipes!!
christina.marsigliese
You're welcome! Thank you Toni!
S
I’ve made these brownies countless times and my guests love it! These are exactly what brownies should taste like -fudgy, chocolaty and rich.the small batch is perfect to bring over to small gatherings too! Thank you scientifically sweet!! I finally found my perfect brownie recipe!
christina.marsigliese
You are most welcome! I'm glad you found your go-to recipe!
Beth
Delicious! I used a Himalayan sea salt dark chocolate bar to make mine. They came out so good!!!
christina.marsigliese
OMG That sounds incredible. Thanks Beth!
Saahiti Kale
Absolutely amazing!
The best recipe ever for small batch brownies !
I’ve always wanted a recipe for brownies for one or two persons and this is perfect match for my requirement! Once again thank you so much for posting such an amazing recipe !❤️❤️❤️
Elizabeth Graham
These are terrific for just my husband and me but we are getting ready for a party and want help in making some in a 9x13 or even a 10x15. How should I adjust the ingredients and the baking time?
Eve
They turned out delicious!! They are really easy to make and tasty to eat
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Eve! I'm glad you like them!
Annie
So good!? Used this recipe to make a brownie base for rasberry mousse cake and i was bomb??
christina.marsigliese
OMG that sounds incredibly delicious - and what a great idea! Thank you Annie.
Catherina Ilayaraja
Hi Iam from India
Iam trying ur recipes every thing came out well without failing. One small request can u make some eggless recipes also please
christina.marsigliese
Thank you Catherina!
Clare Albarado
You can make a flax egg replacer ,or liquid vegan egg replacer if that helps. You can Google flax egg replacer.
christina.marsigliese
Hi Clare, this recipe only works with eggs.
Aym
Best small batch brownies i came across ???
christina.marsigliese
Yay! Thank you Aym!
Jenny
Hi Christina, can I add instant coffee powder on the batter? If yes, can you advise me on how much teaspoon to add? Thanks.
christina.marsigliese
Hi Jenny! Yes you can. Add 1 teaspoon.
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Joanne
These brownies are the best I’ve ever made! They will become a staple in our home, I’m so excited about these!! I’ve tried a ton of brownie recipes and these are by far the best ever. Thank you for this recipe!!!
christina.marsigliese
I'm so glad you think so Joanne! Thanks for your comment.
ValY
This recipe will be our go to for dessert from now on! My 5 yr old son wanted to make a dessert after dinner and he successfully make the yummiest brownies ever. It's so easy to follow and turns out fantastic!
Finished in less than 24 hours.
christina.marsigliese
I'm so happy your son can bake these brownies! What a wonderful skill to have 😉
Ivana
These are so good, easy and fast that I made them 3 times in a week the first time I tried this recipe. So moist and chewy, and even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream while they're still warm from the oven. Just be careful, they're addictive lol
christina.marsigliese
3 times in one week! That is amazing. Thank you Ivana!
Madeline
I could cry for hours this recipe is so good.
christina.marsigliese
LOL! Thank you Madeline!
Nicole
ABSOLUTELY amazing recipe. The most perfect brownies ever. The boxed stuff from the store has nothing on these.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Nicole! I totally AGREE!
Aminata
Amazing receipts, love it so much !
christina.marsigliese
Thank you Aminata!
Raaga
Loved this recipe...i have tried it without oven on the stove top and the results are amazing. Fudgy brownie with crinkle top tasty and moist brownie?.. thankyou for this fool proof recipe.
christina.marsigliese
Omg how neat! Thanks for sharing Raaga!
Samantha Fernandes
Today I made your small batch Brownies and it was superrrr yummy.....one batch isn't enough so I made 1×4 times ☺️ these are the best brownies ever. Thanks ❤️
christina.marsigliese
Thank you Samantha! I like how you quadrupled the recipe LOL!
Samantha Fernandes
? Christina, another batch of 1×4 times being made today. These brownies are simply amazing and sooooo delicious ?
christina.marsigliese
I'm so glad! Thank you Samantha!
Sadia Malik
Hi christina! The recipie looks beyond yumm? can I substitute semisweet bar with milk chocolate bar? If yess, how much sugar should be reduced then?
Novie
Already tried the recipe, and its sooo yum
Stephanie L
“Its a 10/10” these small batch brownies are my favorite! I do them for treats for teachers. I can easily add fun flavors to them (mint, some caramel sauce, or dulce de leche)
Love love these!
Anonymous
Can i skip chocochip mam... Between the bestest brownie recipe.. Thank you for that..
christina.marsigliese
Hi, yes you can leave out the chocolate chips.
Marwa
After trying countless recipes, this is the first time I succeed : the flavor, the consistency and the cranky top. The small batch option is a cherry on top ? thank you so much. Looking forward to trying the cookies recipe
christina.marsigliese
YAY! Marwa - I'm so happy!
Sridevi shyam
Hi today I have tried this recipe…it’s just wowwww n ? amazing…
It’s ooey gooey as you named it…
I reduced sugar to half otherwise everything I followed the same..thanx a ton?
christina.marsigliese
Wonderful! Thanks so much!
Nancy
This is probably my favorite brownie recipe ever. The texture is outrageous and they are so easy to make!
christina.marsigliese
That is just great! Thank you Nancy!
Aateka
This is the best brownies I have ever had. They are soo fudge, chewy and chocolaty.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Aateka!!
Ali
Had a major chocolate craving and was scouring the internet for a small batch recipe when I came across this one. Two thumbs up!!! Followed exactly bar a little less sugar and the brownies were absolutely decadent - very moist and chocolatey. Definitely saving this one for future chocolate emergency cravings!!
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Ali! I make this recipe to satisfy my rapid fire chocolate cravings too!
Alex
This is THE best brownie recipe! I’ve always wondered how other brownies have that shiny crust and this recipe shows you how. Also love small batch because my family and I can’t stop ourselves from finishing the whole tin. We use Choceur 70% Dark chocolate from Aldi and it is just *chefs kiss*. Thanks for a great recipe!
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Alex!!
Ana
Hi! I REALLY want to make these! Do you think I can sub the dark chocolate with cocoa powder?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Ana! Cocoa and chocolate are completely different. This recipe requires chocolate. Check out my Better Than Box Mix Brownies if you'd like to use cocoa: https://scientificallysweet.com/better-than-box-mix-chewy-chocolate-brownies/
Ash
Can you make this with milk chocolate semi sweet chips instead of dark ?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Ash, you can use semi sweet chocolate chips. The brownies will be sweeter though.
Caitlin
We make these over and over again and they never fail!
christina.marsigliese
It's such a foolproof recipe!
Victoria
Absolutely love these brownies and this recipe! It is written very clearly and leaves no questions unanswered. I also love the science behind it. I have made these a few times with different add ins and they are always fantastic! I will keep using this recipe when I want a small batch of brownies too.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much for this lovely review Victoria!
Maria
Great tips. Finally got the brownie results I've been looking for! Delicious!
christina.marsigliese
That is fantastic! Thanks Maria.
Derek
My favorite brownie recipe!
Gavina
These are actually the best! I will probably eat them all HA!
christina.marsigliese
Hahaha! Go for it!
Zoey
These are so so moist with the softest fudgy texture.
christina.marsigliese
They really are so yummy.
Harper
undeniably the best brownies I've ever had.
christina.marsigliese
Yes yes yes!!
Renna
These were incredible! I had to make them after seen how fudgy they look.
Natasha
I love that you can make this in a loaf pan for a smaller batch because sometimes I have no control around brownies. I made them last week and they were so delicious.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Natasha. Small batch recipes are so convenient!
mark green
This recipe is flawless! Thank you for the most perfect brownie recipe.
christina.marsigliese
You are so welcome Mark!
Michael
These are absolutely delicious and my go to.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Michael!
Alina
These have such a luxurious melting texture.
christina.marsigliese
I couldn't agree more!
Brock Anderson
I have made so many brownie recipes but none have everything like this one with such a moist texture and shiny crust.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Brock! It's a great recipe.
Jasmine
Thank you so much for the gift of this incredible recipe Christina!
christina.marsigliese
You are welcome Jasmine!
Dalia
These are my most favorite brownies ever!
christina.marsigliese
They are so so great! Thank you Dalia!
Yehiya
Hey, can I replace brown sugar with white fine sugar ?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Yehiya, yes you can.
richie T
I served these for dessert with ice cream and my guests licked their plates!
christina.marsigliese
I love it! Thanks Richie!
Gabby
So good. So easy. My go-to for a quick dessert.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Gabby! It's my go-to when I'm short on time.
Galen
Everyone loves these brownies so much! Thanks for always posting great simple recipes.
christina.marsigliese
You are most welcome Galen!
joseph
the best brownies in the world
christina.marsigliese
AGREED! Thanks Joseph!
Nadia
These were incredibly fudgy! Thanks for all the tips you share in the post too.
Kit J.
Thank you so much for this perfect recipe!
Nithya
Awesome recipe.. Brownies were soft fudgy moist & loved by all ?
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Nithya!
Kay Up
Wow, these really fixed my chocolate craving on Valentine’s Day. I tossed on a few pink, white and red giant M&Ms instead of chocolate chips in honor of the holiday. Very yummy, thank you.
christina.marsigliese
I'm so glad Kay! Great idea with the festive m&m's.
Elaine
These are absolutely fabulous. Perfect whenever you just need one.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Elaine. I'm glad you enjoy them!
Tia
These were the best brownies we’ve ever made! Absolutely delicious!
christina.marsigliese
Yay! Thanks Tia.
Anton
This is my favorite brownie recipe ever! Thanks for posting.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Anton!
pamela
You are the brownie queen! This recipe is legit!
christina.marsigliese
hehe! Thanks Pamela!
Faustino Gentilcore
I could not resist commenting. Perfectly written!
Antonetta
I can’t even explain how good these are! They always turn out perfect.
Candice P
I can’t stop making these! They are so fudgy and moist and I love that it makes a small batch. Perfect for a single gal.
christina.marsigliese
woohoo! Thanks Candice! I'm glad you love them as much as I do.
Priyanka Talwar
Hi there. I’m celiac. Can I replace the flour with almond flour or something else?
christina.marsigliese
Hi there! I would recommend a 1:1 gf flour blend. You can try with almond flour but they will be quite soft.
Samar
Can I use white sugar instead?
christina.marsigliese
Yes you can.
Beauty Fashion
Nice read, I just passed this onto a colleague who was doing a little research on that. And he actually bought me lunch as I found it for him smile So let me rephrase that: Thanks for lunch!
Jennie
First of all, I am so late to comment.. but would be glad (and surprised) if I get a reply 😀 I have a 5x5 inch square pan. Can I add 3/4th of brownie batter to it & bake the rest in a mug/cupcake moulds?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Jennie, 5x5 is a very small pan.. so the brownies will be thicker even with 3/4 of the batter. Just watch the cooking time and adjust as necessary.
Jennie
Thank you for the response Christina. 🙂
Heena Mistry
Hello I just have a doubt. I don't have 9×5 inch loaf tin so can I bake it in 5×5 square tin instead? Will there be a drastic change in baking time? Also I have a feeling that the brownies will be a lot thicker right?
christina.marsigliese
Hi, you will have too much batter and the brownies will be raw in the middle so I wouldn't recommend it.
Jannette Babic
Hmm it seems like your site ate my first comment (it was extremely long) so I guess I'll just sum it up what I wrote and say, I'm thoroughly enjoying your blog. I too am an aspiring blog blogger but I'm still new to the whole thing. Do you have any recommendations for first-time blog writers? I'd genuinely appreciate it.
Bethany
I've made these twice now and had to leave a rating. They are AMAZING. Perfect in every way. I followed the instructions and recipe exactly other than stirring some chocolate chips into the batter at the end instead of sprinkling on top. The texture is wonderfully fudgy. Brownies are my favorite treat and I've made a lot of them. These are at the top of my list of favorite recipes (and the loaf pan size keeps things in check for me).
christina.marsigliese
Hi Bethany! Thanks so much for your review. I'm so glad you enjoy them!
Anitha
Delicious! Thank u for this amazing recipe. will be making it again and again. I am hooked to your blog. Each and every recipe looks so good..want to try all of them. thanks again
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much Anitha! I'm glad you are here 🙂
Diamond
Pls why is cocoa powder not included in the recipe?
christina.marsigliese
Because this is how I created the recipe.
Dawn S.
Omg these are fantastic. First time trying out this recipe and I got fudgey, chewy brownies with the lovely crinkly shiny top. Only wished there was MORE of it! Will probably make another batch soon and try doubling the recipe and use a 7x11 pan.
I reduced the sugar to 90g and sprinkled chopped walnuts instead of chocolate, tasted great!
christina.marsigliese
Hi Dawn! That's awesome! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. You can easily double the recipe for a larger pan 🙂
Zerlina
Hi Christina! Thank you so much for your lovely recipe! Everyone loves it so much that now I’ll have to make a bigger batch.. Would it make sense for me to just double the recipe and use a 9x9 pan? Any other amendments to it or the baking time? Thank you in advance!!
christina.marsigliese
Hi Zerlina! I'm happy you like the recipe. You can double the batch and bake in a 8x8 or 9x9 inch pan. You will need to increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
Zerlina
Awesome! Thank you so much!!
christina.marsigliese
No problem 🙂
Anonymous
Hi
Is it 350 F with fan or no fan?
christina.marsigliese
Hi, it's no fan.
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Kam
I made the brownies today i like how its made in small batches its really tastes better and turns out so yummy ? also finishes quickly so i am now ready to rumble with a another recipe of yours
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Kam! I'm so glad you enjoy them!
Geetha
I love fudgy brownies and these are exactly that! Easy to make and easy to eat 😉
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Geetha!
Gabi Fuentes
These brownies are so perfect! They are the perfect amount of fudgy and moist and dense, just absolutely delicious! And they are not overly sweet, it’s the perfect balance, you could seriously eat the whole pan and not share (I didn’t lol). I love making these in the loaf pan because I get an edge on every brownie and I love edges 🙂 Thanks for such a perfect recipe!!
christina.marsigliese
Thanks so much for your feedback Gabi, and good on you for not finishing the whole pan because I usually do lol!
Gabi
Oh I did finish the whole pan right away! What I didn’t do was share them, they were aaall for me lol! 🙂
christina.marsigliese
Hi Gabi, I like how you operate! lol
Swati
Could I use chia egg and olive oil instead of egg and butter for a vegan version of the brownie?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Swati! I have never tried this as the recipe was tested using eggs. If you try it, let me know how it works!
Lila
Yes to chia egg and try coconut oil or avocado oil better.
Rumana
Really??? I mean, when my kids are tooo much with desserts, it's me who could Never get enough and have this made for me alone. Thank u ? Christina ?
christina.marsigliese
Hi Rumana! I'm the same way as you - I cannot resist desserts! Thanks for your comment 🙂
Angela
These brownies were perfect and so simple to make. A+
christina.marsigliese
Thank you so much Angela! I'm glad you like them - I love how simple they are too!
Shraddha
Christina has PERFECTED the brownie recipe. This one is my go to for a quick chocolate fix. So easy to make and extremely delicious.
christina.marsigliese
Thanks Shraddha! I'm so glad you like this recipe as much as I do!
Aayesha
Hey
Can I use 8X8 inch square tin for this small batch brownie? If yes , then what would be the baking time?
Anonymous
Hey
Can I use 8X8 inch square tin for this small batch brownie? If yes , then what would be the baking time?
christina.marsigliese
Hi! No, this recipe requires 9x5 or 8x4 inch pan.
Sheetal
If you're looking for a brownie recipe that's absolute perfection, this is it.
A beautiful shiny crust, the right balance of salt against the chocolate and a fudgey crumb.
Love it
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christina.marsigliese
Thanks Sheetal! I'm so happy you enjoy this recipe.
Umaya
Love love love this recipe !!! I’ve been given so many recipes that promised so much but never lived up to it and I bake good ! Also Christina is super sweet & helpful ,, I’ve made them twice and ppl are obsessed with them … I can’t wait to try the other recipes ❤️