The Ultimate Brownie

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal, and spray with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the sugar until completely dissolved, creating a smooth, glossy mixture. Remove from heat. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually pour the melted butter mixture into the beaten eggs, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth emulsion and prevent the eggs from cooking. Stir in the vanilla extract. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. This ensures a light and even distribution of the dry ingredients. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough brownies. Stir in the chopped walnuts. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 47 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the brownies are set but still slightly fudgy in the center. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs clinging to it, rather than wet batter, 45 to 50 minutes. Do not overbake!