Rich and decadent, these salted dark chocolate brownies are a one bowl wonder that will satisfy every chocolate-lover's cravings! Dark chocolate cocoa powder is the surprise ingredient that keeps this recipe super simple.
- ½ cup butter, salted
- 1 tbsp canola oil or other vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup dark cocoa powder like Hershey's Special Dark Cocoa Powder
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt
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Preheat oven to 350 ℉. Prepare a square 8" x 8" pan with spray oil, then line with parchment or baking paper
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In a microwave-safe medium bowl, melt the butter in the microwave (takes ~45 seconds).
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Add the vegetable oil and sugar to the bowl. Whisk vigorously (or use an electric hand mixer) for about one minute.
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Add the eggs and vanilla, and whisk again for about a minute, or longer if necessary. The mixture should be smooth and lighter in color.
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Using a mesh strainer, sift the flour and cocoa powder into the mixture. Add a pinch of salt and the chocolate chips. Gently fold the dry ingredients in just until everything is moistened.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out evenly. Bake for about 25 minutes. The brownies are done when a toothpick tested on the edge comes out with fudgy crumbs, but the center is still jiggly.
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Let cool in pan on a baking rack for 20 minutes before cutting. Once completely cooled, store in a sealed container. At room temperature, they'll stay fresh for 3-4 days. In the freezer, they'll stay fresh for up to 6 months.