Brownie squares with powdered sugar (Printer-Friendly)

Fudgy brownie squares topped with delicate powdered sugar for a sweet, indulgent treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
06 - 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
07 - 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
08 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Topping

10 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
09 - Lift brownies from the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into 16 squares.
10 - Dust the brownie squares with powdered sugar just before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Fudgy texture you will love
  • Simple ingredients and easy preparation
02 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies fudgy
  • Use room temperature eggs for best texture
03 -
  • Line your pan with parchment paper overhang for easy removal
  • Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps
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