Fudgy Dark Chocolate Brownies with Sea Salt Flakes
Indulge in rich, fudgy dark chocolate brownies topped with delicate sea salt flakes for a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. These decadent treats are easy to make and sure to satisfy any chocolate craving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter
- 8 oz (225g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Sea salt flakes, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Melt the butter and chopped dark chocolate together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously to combine.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then gently fold them into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle sea salt flakes evenly over the surface of the batter.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift them out before cutting into squares.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce.