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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking.
- 2
Prepare Baking Dish
Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent the dessert from sticking.
Mixing
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
- 4
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a separate bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until light and fluffy.
- 5
- 6
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. If desired, fold in chopped nuts and chocolate chips.
Baking
- 7
Pour into Baking Dish
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- 8
Bake the Dessert
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Cool the Dessert
Remove from the oven and let cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- 10
Slice and Serve
Once cooled, slice the dessert into squares. Serve dusted with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.