For those days when you just can’t beat the chocolate cravings, our two favourite chocolate brownie recipes hit the spot every time.
For instant gratification… microwave chocolate brownies!
You’ll need:
- 150g butter
- 150-200g sugar
- 65g cocoa powder
- 2 eggs
- 100g plain flour
- 1tsp vanilla essence (optional)
How to enjoy:
- Melt butter in microwave.
- Add sugar, cocoa and vanilla (if using). Mix well.
- Add eggs. Mix in gently.
- Add flour. Mix well.
- Grease a microwave safe dish.
- Pour in the brownie mix.
- Microwave on high for 4-6 mins.
- Leave to cool for 10 mins (if you can resist that long!)
For those without a microwave or a little more time – baked chocolate brownies!
You’ll need:
- 200g butter
- 200-250g sugar
- 45g cocoa powder
- 3 eggs
- 75g plain flour
- 2tsp vanilla essence
- 120g chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
How to enjoy:
- Preheat oven to 180C.
- Beat eggs & vanilla together. Set aside.
- Melt butter.
- Whisk in cocoa.
- Add sugar. Mix well.
- Add beaten eggs & vanilla. Mix well.
- Add flour. Mix well.
- Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Line a baking dish with foil & lightly grease.
- Pour brownie mix into baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 mins.
- Leave to cool for 5 mins (just enough time to make a coffee!).
Now you’ve tried our awesome brownies, how about some homemade granola to get your day off to a great start.
Or, if you’re not in the mood for chocolate brownies try this lemony alternative.
