Description
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of Thanksgiving Brownies, a perfect treat for the holiday season. These brownies, enhanced by a hint of vanilla and optional walnuts, are sure to be a hit at your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, melt the butter and mix in the sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients.
- If using, gently fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before slicing them into squares and serving.
Notes
For extra decadence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving Brownies, chocolate brownies, holiday desserts, fudgy brownies, dessert recipes