Ingredients
Gathering the ingredients for these brookies is like assembling a palette of flavors. Here’s what you need:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
If you’re like my mother Elena, who loves to improvise, feel free to swap the walnuts for pecans or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for an extra pop of flavor.
Instructions
Follow these steps to bring this delightful treat to life:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue to cook until it turns a golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes. Be sure to stir frequently and watch closely to prevent burning.
- Pour the brown butter into a large mixing bowl and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter, whisking until combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft. A toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brookies to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
These steps echo the times spent in my grandmother’s kitchen, where patience and love were key ingredients in every dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International