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Small Batch Brownies

Make small batch brownies with cocoa, butter, and one egg in a 5-inch dish. Six fudgy brownies, just enough for a treat without a whole pan.

Small Batch Brownies

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Six fudgy cocoa brownies baked in a 5-inch dish, with pecans if you like.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
CourseDessert
CuisineAmerican
Servings6 brownies
Calories174

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Directions
 

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F and butter a 5-inch square or 4×6-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, stir the melted butter and sugar together. Add the egg and vanilla and stir until glossy.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Fold it into the butter mixture just until combined.
  4. Fold in the pecans, if using, and spread the batter in the dish.
  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is set and the middle is still soft and fudgy. Let them cool before cutting into 6 brownies.

Nutrition

Serving: 45g | Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2.6g | Fat: 9.2g | Saturated Fat: 5.4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 137mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 297IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.8mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 6 brownies. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.