Thick Fudgy Brownies with a Shiny Crackly Top

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cup (160g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (96g) dutch-processed cocoa powder
• 6 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/3 cup (66g) vegetable oil
• 3 cups (594g) granulated sugar, divided
• 4 large eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC) and prepare a metal 9×9-inch pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, salt, and cocoa powder together.

3. 3

   Melt the chopped unsweetened chocolate, cubed butter, and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes until fully melted and somewhat grainy in texture.

4. 4

   In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, beat the remaining 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and melted chocolate mixture for 3 minutes until doubled in volume.

5. 5

   Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, mixing on low until combined.

6. 6

   Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients, mixing on low until fully combined to create a thick batter.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 38-45 minutes.

8. 8

   Let the brownies set for at least 4 hours before cutting, though overnight is preferred.