Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 180C. Line a 20x20cm baking pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Let cool slightly.

3. 3

   Whisk sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla to the egg mixture. Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Don't overmix.

6. 6

   Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle with sea salt or walnuts if desired.

7. 7

   Bake for 22-25 minutes until the top is set but center is still slightly soft.

8. 8

   Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.