4 Ingredient Brownies
Indulge in these simple and scrumptious 4-ingredient brownies that are sure to become a family favorite! With rich cocoa, creamy nut butter, and a touch of sweetness, these fudgy delights are the ultimate post-nap pick-me-up for kids and adults alike. Whip them up in a flash and enjoy a guilt-free treat that’s both satisfying and delicious!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4- 4 ingredients
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Combine all ingredients and mix well.
- 2
Bake until set.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Bake brownies at 325°F instead of higher temperatures to prevent the edges from overcooking while the center sets, ensuring even texture throughout.technique325°F
- ✓Mix brownie batter only until ingredients are just combined (30-40 strokes max) because overmixing develops gluten and creates tough, cake-like brownies instead of fudgy ones.technique30-40 strokes max
- ✓Test doneness with a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the edge rather than center - it should come out with a few moist crumbs, as brownies continue cooking from residual heat for 5-10 minutes after removal.timing2 inches from edge
- ✓Line your pan with parchment paper leaving 2-inch overhangs on opposite sides to create handles, making removal 90% easier and preventing broken brownies.equipment2-inch overhangs
- ✓Cool brownies completely for at least 2 hours before cutting so the structure firms up - cutting warm brownies results in crumbly, uneven squares.timing2 hours minimum
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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4 Ingredient Brownies
Indulge in these simple and scrumptious 4-ingredient brownies that are sure to become a family favorite! With rich cocoa, creamy nut butter, and a touch of sweetness, these fudgy delights are the ultimate post-nap pick-me-up for kids and adults alike. Whip them up in a flash and enjoy a guilt-free treat that’s both satisfying and delicious!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4- 4 ingredients
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Combine all ingredients and mix well.
- 2
Bake until set.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Bake brownies at 325°F instead of higher temperatures to prevent the edges from overcooking while the center sets, ensuring even texture throughout.technique325°F
- ✓Mix brownie batter only until ingredients are just combined (30-40 strokes max) because overmixing develops gluten and creates tough, cake-like brownies instead of fudgy ones.technique30-40 strokes max
- ✓Test doneness with a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the edge rather than center - it should come out with a few moist crumbs, as brownies continue cooking from residual heat for 5-10 minutes after removal.timing2 inches from edge
- ✓Line your pan with parchment paper leaving 2-inch overhangs on opposite sides to create handles, making removal 90% easier and preventing broken brownies.equipment2-inch overhangs
- ✓Cool brownies completely for at least 2 hours before cutting so the structure firms up - cutting warm brownies results in crumbly, uneven squares.timing2 hours minimum