These chocolate and walnut brownies are rich, fudgy, and loaded with crunchy walnuts, making them a perfect sweet treat for any occasion. Enjoy baking this delightful recipe from Craig’s Bakehouse & Café and share the joy with friends and family!
Ingredients:
200g dark chocolate, chopped
175g unsalted butter, cubed
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups (275g) caster sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup (115g) plain flour
1/4 cup (30g) cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup (120g) walnuts, chopped
Pinch of salt
Optional:
Icing sugar, for dusting
Equipment:
20cm square baking tin
Baking paper
Instructions:
1.Preheat Oven and Prepare Tin:
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper.
2. Melt Chocolate and Butter:
Place the chopped dark chocolate and cubed butter in a heatproof bowl. Melt together over a pan of simmering water (double boiler method), ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Stir until smooth and well combined, then remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, caster sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Combine with Chocolate Mixture:
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously until well incorporated.
5. Add Dry Ingredients:
Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder into the chocolate mixture. Add a pinch of salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies fudgy.
6. Add Walnuts:
Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Bake:
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is firm and a skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs clinging to it. Do not overbake; brownies will continue to set as they cool.
8. Cool and Serve:
Allow the brownies to cool in the tin before lifting out using the baking paper. Once cool, cut into squares. Dust with icing sugar if desired for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve the brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent treat.
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