These brownies are indulgently rich and have an incredibly fudgy texture, making each bite feel like a decadent treat. Bursting with a deep, intense dark chocolate flavor, they provide a heavenly experience that chocolate lovers will adore. Whether you’re treating yourself after a long day or sharing them at a gathering, these brownies will surely impress. The chewy center invites you to take just one more piece!

Best Dark Chocolate Chip Brownies on parchment paper on the counter.

Serves: 12
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

sugar
all-purpose flour
cocoa powder
powdered sugar
dark chocolate chips (Ghirardelli brand)
salt
large eggs
vegetable oil
water
vanilla extract

Sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, dark chocolate, chip salt, large eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract, all on a white grooved floorboard.

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325º F and line a 9×9 or an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper or spray with non-stick spray.

Step 2: Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, powdered sugar, salt, and dark chocolate chips in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, water, and vanilla extract until everything is beautifully combined. Next, pour this mixture into your dry ingredients and stir it well with a wooden spoon. Don’t worry if the batter is thick—that’s how we want it! Spread it evenly in your baking dish. If you’re using an 8×8 dish, aim for about 40-45 minutes, and for a 9×9 dish, around 30-35 minutes. Just keep an eye on them to ensure they come out perfectly! Cool completely before slicing. Happy baking!

Sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, dark chocolate, chips, and salt in a large mixing bowl on the counter.

Eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract in a small bowl on the counter.

Brownie batter in a parchment paper lined 9 x 9 baking dish on the white floorboards.

Baked best, dark chocolate chip brownies, one piece separated from the rest on brown parchment paper on the counter.

Tips:

Once the brownies are out of the oven, they’ll be irresistibly gooey in the center! Be sure to let them cool completely for about 1-2 hours before cutting in. For a firmer texture, pop them in the fridge. Enjoy every delicious bite!

Best Dark Chocolate Chip Brownies

These brownies are indulgently rich and have an incredibly fudgy texture, making each bite feel like a decadent treat.

Tara

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings

Equipment

8×8 or 9×9 baking dish

Ingredients

1½ cups sugar
¾ cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cups cocoa powder
½ cup powdered sugar
½ cup dark chocolate chips (Ghirardelli brand)
½ tsp salt
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
2 Tbsp water
½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325º F and line a 9×9 or an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper or spray with non-stick spray.
Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, powdered sugar, salt, and dark chocolate chips in a large mixing bowl.
Whisk together the eggs, oil, water, and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl until everything is combined. Next, pour this mixture into your dry ingredients and stir it well with a wooden spoon. Don’t worry if the batter is thick—that’s how we want it! Spread it evenly in your baking dish. If you’re using an 8×8 dish, aim for about 40-45 minutes, and for a 9×9 dish, around 30-35 minutes. Just keep an eye on them to ensure they come out perfectly! Cool completely before slicing. Happy baking!

Notes

Once the brownies are out of the oven, they’ll be irresistibly gooey in the center! Be sure to let them cool completely for about 1-2 hours before cutting in. For a firmer texture, pop them in the fridge. Enjoy every delicious bite!