Hairy Bikers Chocolate Brownies Recipe

This Hairy Bikers Chocolate Brownies Recipe is a rich and fudgy recipe, which uses dark chocolate and unsalted butter. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 40 minutes.

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Hairy Bikers Chocolate Brownies Ingredients

• 200g (about 7 oz) good-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids), broken into pieces
• 175g (about 3/4 cup) unsalted butter, cubed
• 250g (about 1 1/4 cups) light soft brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 100g (about 3/4 cup) plain flour
• 3 tbsp good-quality cocoa powder
• 100g (about 2/3 cup) milk or white chocolate chunks (optional)
• Pinch of salt

How To Make Hairy Bikers Chocolate Brownies

1. Prepare your oven and tin: Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C Fan) / 350°F / Gas Mark 4. Grease a 20cm (8-inch) square baking tin and line with baking parchment, leaving some overhang.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter: Place chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (bain-marie). Stir occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
3. Whisk eggs and sugar: In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and brown sugar with an electric mixer for 3–5 minutes until thick, pale, and doubled in volume.
4. Combine the mixtures: Pour chocolate and butter into the egg mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
5. Fold in the dry ingredients: Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt over the mixture. Fold gently until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
6. Add chocolate chunks: Stir in milk or white chocolate chunks if using.
7. Bake the brownies: Pour batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly. Bake 25–30 minutes. A skewer should come out with moist, sticky crumbs.
8. Cool completely: Leave brownies in the tin to cool at room temperature. Optionally, chill in the fridge for 1 hour before lifting out and slicing into 16 squares.

Recipe Tips

• How to get fudgy brownies: Do not overbake; the center should have moist crumbs.
• Can I use a different chocolate?: Yes, milk chocolate can be used, but results will be sweeter and less intense.
• How to make brownies extra rich: Add chocolate chunks or swirl in caramel or Nutella.
• How to store brownies: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Can I freeze brownies?: Yes, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature.

What To Serve With Brownies

Serve these brownies for maximum indulgence:

• A scoop of vanilla ice cream
• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream
• A drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce

How To Store Brownies

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Wrap in cling film and foil, freeze for up to 1 month. Defrost at room temperature.

Chocolate Brownies Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 285 kcal
• Total Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Total Carbohydrate: 28g
• Sugars: 23g
• Protein: 4g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make brownies without a bain-marie?
Yes, melt chocolate and butter carefully in short bursts in a microwave.

How do I know when brownies are done?
A skewer should come out with moist crumbs, not completely clean.

Can I add nuts?
Yes, walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts work well in the batter.

Can I use a different sugar?
Brown sugar gives chewiness; caster sugar can be used but may slightly change texture.

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