Description
Silky Italian olive oil elevates classic brownies into a luxurious dessert with rich chocolate depth and smooth, complex flavor. Mediterranean baking secrets shine through in this indulgent treat that promises pure chocolate bliss for discerning palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.75 cup (90 g) all-purpose flour
- 0.67 cup (57 g) cocoa powder, sifted if lumpy
- 0.5 cup (85 g) dark chocolate chips
Dry Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted if lumpy
- 0.75 teaspoon (4 g) sea salt
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
- 0.5 teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8 inch (20×20 centimeters) baking dish by lightly coating with non-stick cooking spray and lining with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides.
- In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly combine granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, dark chocolate chips, and sea salt using a whisk until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- In a separate large bowl, vigorously whisk whole eggs, extra-virgin olive oil, water, and pure vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and fully integrated.
- Carefully fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently and minimally to prevent overworking the batter, which could result in tough brownies.
- Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared baking dish, using a silicone spatula to spread it uniformly and create an even surface.
- Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) and bake for approximately 40 to 45 minutes, testing doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely within the pan to allow for proper setting and easier cutting.
- Once cooled, slice into square portions and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze for extended preservation.
Notes
- Olive oil transforms these brownies into a luxuriously moist and rich dessert with unexpected depth of flavor.
- Dark chocolate chips melt seamlessly throughout the batter, creating pockets of intense chocolate goodness in every bite.
- Sea salt enhances the chocolate’s complexity, providing a subtle counterpoint to the sweet and rich brownie base.
- Extra-virgin olive oil replaces traditional butter, introducing a fruity, slightly peppery undertone that elevates the entire dessert.
- Whisking ingredients thoroughly ensures a smooth, glossy batter that bakes into an incredibly tender brownie with a delicate crackly top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg