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Decadent Fudgy Walnut & Chocolate Chunk Brownies

A rich, cocoa-based brownie featuring a crackly top, a gooey fudgy center, toasted walnuts, and hand-chopped chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 16 Squares

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 3 Large eggs + 1 egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup Salted butter melted
  • 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup Semi-sweet chocolate hand-chopped

Instructions
 

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8x8-inch metal pan with parchment paper.
  • Beat: Use an electric mixer to beat sugar and eggs until light, pale yellow, and thick (approx. 3–5 mins).
  • Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Fold: Using a hand whisk, gently fold in the flour and cocoa powder. Do not overmix.
  • Butter: Stir in the melted butter until the batter is glossy and combined.
  • Mix-ins: Fold in the toasted walnuts and chopped chocolate chunks with a spatula.
  • Bake: Pour into the pan and bake for 25–35 minutes. The center should still be slightly soft.
  • Cool: Allow to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before lifting out to slice.

Notes

  • Toasting Nuts: Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 5 minutes until fragrant for the best flavor.
  • The "Jiggle": If the center of the pan ripples like liquid, it needs 5 more minutes. If it moves slightly as one mass, it's perfect.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.