Fudgy Football Brownies
Rich, chocolatey brownies with a fudgy center, perfect for game days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter plus extra for the pan
- 2 cups granulated sugar can substitute half with coconut sugar
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract enhances chocolate flavor
- 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed recommended
- 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips for pockets of melted chocolate
Optional Decorations
- to taste white chocolate or vanilla icing for football laces
- to taste sprinkles for festive touch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan with butter, then line with parchment.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Remove from heat and stir in sugar until glossy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Fold gently until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips, saving a handful to sprinkle on top.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and scatter the reserved chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the center wobbles slightly when shaken.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Optional: Decorate with icing for football laces.
Notes
For variations, consider adding nuts or using Greek yogurt for a lighter option. Store in an airtight container or freeze for later.