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So, here I am - one of the newest members of BlakeBakes.com - making myself comfy-cozy and right at home in our little gingerbread cottage! Speaking of comfy-cozy, these brownies are the perfect warm, gooey treat for any occasion!

When I was trying to think of what to submit for my very first BlakeBakes post, I considered all sorts of options- layer cakes, breads, pies…something really impressive, you know? But the more I thought of it, the more I decided I should make something that I was totally familiar and comfortable with - like an old pair of comfy pants- you never get tired of wearing them! Well, I never (and I mean never) get tired of making brownies - I’m always on the lookout for a fantastic brownie recipe. These didn’t disappoint -perfectly fudgy and chocolatey! The addition of chocolate chips gives them an added fudgy texture and sweetness that my hubby and I loved!

Perfect Fudgy Brownies

Recipe - Joy of Baking.com

• 1 1/2 pounds semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups granulated white sugar
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

(I added 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips to the batter)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and place the rack in the center of the oven. Butter (or spray with a nonstick cooking spray) a 9 x 13 inch (23 x 33 cm) pan and then line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter in a stainless steel bowl placed over a saucepan of simmering water. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk (or use a hand mixer) together the eggs and sugar. Fold in the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisktogether the flour, baking powder, and salt and then fold into the chocolate and sugar mixture until well combined.
5. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 40 - 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Store leftovers in the refrigerator. These freeze very well.

Makes 24 - 2 inch brownies.

Amy is an Opera-singing (that’s right, Opera singing!) North Texan with a love for all things chocolaty and gooey. Her cooking/baking experience comes from two years of marriage to the world’s most un-picky eater. I know what you’re thinking – two years isn’t long. Don’t worry – her food’s good. Real good. You can find her at Sing For Your Supper.