Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 20–25 minutes | Total: 30–35 minutes | Serves: 12
Best For: Desserts, lunchboxes, celebrations

Rich, Fudgy Brownies Made From Simple Pantry Ingredients

These One-Bowl Fudgy Brownies are rich, chocolatey, and perfectly soft in the centre — all without using chocolate blocks. Made entirely from pantry staples, this recipe is fast, affordable, and great for beginners or last-minute cravings.

They’re delicious warm, amazing the next day, and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients for One-Bowl Fudgy Brownies

• 1 cup sugar

• ½ cup cocoa powder

• ½ cup melted butter or oil

• 2 eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla essence

• ½ cup plain flour

• Pinch of salt

Optional Add-Ins:

• Chocolate chips

• Walnuts

• A swirl of peanut butter

• Extra cocoa for deeper flavour

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare oven. Preheat to 180°C (350°F). Line a small baking dish with baking paper.

2. Mix wet ingredients. In a bowl, whisk melted butter (or oil), sugar, eggs, and vanilla.

3. Add dry ingredients. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until just combined.

4. Fold extras (optional). Add chocolate chips or nuts if using.

5. Bake. Spread batter into the pan and bake for 20–25 minutes.

6. Cool. Allow brownies to cool before slicing — they set as they cool.

Helpful Tips

• Slightly underbake for the fudgiest texture.

• Use oil for extra-moist brownies, butter for richer flavour.

• Do not overmix the batter — it can make brownies cakey.

• Chill for an hour for clean, neat slices.

Why This Recipe Works

• Uses only simple pantry ingredients.

• One bowl = easy cleanup.

• Fudgy centre with crisp edges.

• Perfect for beginners or quick baking sessions.

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