Chocolate Brownie

dessert · chocolate · American baking

Invented in America. Brownies were created in the United States at the end of the 1800s and became super popular during the 1900s.

Fudgy or cakey. Brownies come in different styles depending on how dense they are. Some are rich and fudgy while others are lighter and more cakey.

Glossy top crust. Brownies often get a shiny, crackly skin on the top when they bake, which makes them look extra fancy and delicious.

Tons of add-ins. You can mix all kinds of goodies into brownie batter like nuts, chocolate chips, and frosting to make them your own.

Blondies are cousins. A blondie is a brownie made with brown sugar and vanilla instead of chocolate, so it has a totally different flavor but the same cake-bar shape.