Description
If you love the rich, fudgy texture of brownies but want something extra indulgent, this Brownie Cake is the perfect treat! It has the best of both worlds—dense and chocolatey like a brownie, yet soft and sliceable like a cake. Whether for a celebration or a simple sweet craving, this dessert will not disappoint!
Ingredients
For the Brownie Cake:
- 1 cup butter (melted)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Ganache (Optional):
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix!
Fold in the chocolate chips for extra gooeyness.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream until warm (not boiling), then pour it over the chocolate chips. Let sit for a minute before stirring until smooth.
Spread the ganache over the cooled cake, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Wrap slices tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: American