One Bowl Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

These One Bowl Fudgy Cocoa Brownies are everything a brownie lover dreams of—dense, rich, and irresistibly chocolaty. The batter mixes together in minutes, using simple pantry staples to create a decadent dessert with minimal cleanup. They bake up with a shiny top, soft center, and pockets of melted chocolate throughout. Perfect for weeknight cravings, potlucks, or bake-sale treats, this recipe delivers maximum fudginess with almost no effort.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, melted and cooled
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Dutch-processed or unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips, divided

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch pan. Line with parchment, leaving an overhang, and grease again.
2. Stir melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla together in a large bowl.
3. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt; mix until just combined.
4. Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips.
5. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
6. Bake 25–30 minutes, until just set.
7. Cool fully before slicing for clean, fudgy squares.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 16

Tips

• Don’t overbake—pull them from the oven as soon as the center is just set for maximum fudginess.
• Chill briefly before slicing if you want super-clean edges.

FAQ

Can I use regular cocoa powder?
Yes—Dutch-processed or natural cocoa both work in this recipe.

Can I add nuts or mix-ins?
Absolutely! Walnuts, pecans, or chopped chocolate make great additions.

Why did my brownies turn cakey?
Overmixing or overbaking can lead to a cakier texture—mix gently and monitor the bake time closely.

How should I store them?
Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.