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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Preparation
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is hot enough for baking.
Prepare the Baking Pan
Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of brownies.
Mixing Ingredients
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder until well mixed.
Melt Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquid. Let it cool slightly.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not over-mix.
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
Baking
Pour and Spread
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
Cut and Serve
Once cooled, cut the brownies into squares and serve them as a delicious treat.
