Description
Indulgent Nutella brownies bring rich chocolate decadence to your dessert table. Gooey chocolate swirls and intense hazelnut flavors create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate and Baking Base:
- 1 ½ sticks (170 grams) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup (170 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
- 4 ounces (113 grams) unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup (150 grams) Nutella
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ¼ cups (245 grams) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (96 grams) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by lining an 8×8-inch metal pan with foil or parchment paper, ensuring edges overhang for easy removal, and lightly coat with nonstick spray.
- Create a silky chocolate base by melting chocolate chips, butter, and unsweetened chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring carefully between 30-second intervals to prevent scorching. Once smooth, allow mixture to cool slightly and incorporate Nutella.
- Whip eggs and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture transforms into a light, voluminous texture, approximately 3 minutes. Fold in vanilla extract with gentle precision.
- Integrate the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture using a rubber spatula, maintaining the delicate air incorporated during whipping.
- Gently fold flour, cocoa, and salt into the batter, avoiding overmixing to preserve the brownie’s tender crumb.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with smooth, deliberate motions.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, watching carefully to achieve moist, fudgy centers. A toothpick should emerge with soft crumbs attached.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan, which helps set the texture and intensify the rich chocolate flavor.
- Slice and serve at room temperature, slightly warmed, or chilled according to personal preference.
Notes
- Prepare your baking pan with foil or parchment paper and nonstick spray for easy brownie removal and cleanup.
- Melt chocolate and butter carefully in the microwave, stirring frequently to prevent scorching and ensure a smooth, glossy texture.
- Whip eggs and sugar until light and thick to create a fluffy, airy base that helps achieve the perfect brownie consistency.
- Check brownies early to avoid overbaking, aiming for moist crumbs on the toothpick for a rich, fudgy result.
- Experiment with serving temperatures – these brownies are delicious at room temperature, slightly warmed, or chilled for different taste experiences.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 353
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 78 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 67 mg