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Gordon Ramsay Chocolate Brownies

There’s a reason Gordon Ramsay’s chocolate brownies are so highly regarded—they are, quite simply, one of the best brownie recipes out there. Perfectly fudgy, rich in flavor, and with just the right amount of sweetness, these brownies will satisfy any chocolate lover’s craving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 20
Course: Baking
Cuisine: British, Dessert
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 245 g dark chocolate broken into squares or roughly chopped
  • 200 g butter diced, plus extra for greasing
  • 175 g caster sugar superfine sugar or baker’s sugar
  • 125 g light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 115 g all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 100 g dark chocolate chopped into small chunks (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large heatproof bowl, add dark chocolate and butter. Place the bowl over a pan of gently simmering water (double boiler method), making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir occasionally until the mixture is melted and smooth.
  3. Remove the bowl from the heat. Whisk in the caster sugar and light brown sugar until fully combined.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing with a wooden spoon until well combined.
  5. Sift the flour and sea salt over the mixture and stir until smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a rubber spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are cracked and the center is soft. For extra chocolate, add chocolate chunks halfway through baking (at the 20-minute mark), then return to the oven to finish baking.
  8. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Dark chocolate: For the best results, use chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content.
  • Chocolate chunks: Optional but recommended for an extra gooey, rich texture.
  • Storage: Store brownies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also refrigerate them for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving – 1 Brownie):

  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Protein: 3g