Ingredients:
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease or line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Sift in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
Mix until just combined — don’t overmix.
Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top.
Bake for 20–25 minutes.
Check doneness with a toothpick: it should come out with a few moist crumbs (not raw batter).
Let cool, then cut into squares and enjoy!
Serving Idea:
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a glass of cold milk!
