This indulgent brownie recipe, inspired by Nigella Lawson, delivers rich, fudgy, and intensely chocolatey results. With a crackly top and gooey center, these brownies are perfect for dessert lovers seeking a bakery-style treat at home. Simple ingredients and easy steps make it ideal for beginners and experts alike.
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:12 brownies
Ingredients
200g dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa)
200g unsalted butter
250g caster sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
125g all-purpose flour
30g cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
Optional: 100g walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tin with parchment paper.
Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
Remove from heat and stir in sugar until smooth and glossy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then fold gently into the mixture.
Add optional nuts or chocolate chips.
Pour batter into prepared tin and spread evenly.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until edges are set, but the center remains soft.
Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Do not overbake; brownies will firm up as they cool.
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Let brownies cool fully for clean cuts.
Add a pinch of sea salt on top for enhanced taste.
