Brown Butter Fudgy Brownies (Print Version)
Indulge in dense, fudgy brownies featuring rich brown butter and a hint of toasted flavor.
# Ingredients:
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¾ cup butter
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½ cup cocoa powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 ¾ cup brown sugar
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3 eggs
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350ºF.
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Prepare an 8x8-inch pan by lining it with parchment paper.
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Place butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir with a silicone spatula often. Bubbles will begin to form and slowly get smaller. The butter will take on a darker color, and you will see small floating brown bits. This takes 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Add cocoa powder and vanilla to browned butter. Whisk until smooth.
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In a medium mixing bowl, beat brown sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy.
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Pour butter mixture into egg mixture and beat well.
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Add flour and salt. Beat until smooth.
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Stir in pecans if using. Reserve some to sprinkle on top.
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Transfer batter to prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining pecans on top, if using.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.