Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 2 cups sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– Optional: chocolate chips or nuts for added texture
Equipment Needed
– Heart-shaped brownie pan (or a regular pan and a heart-shaped cookie cutter)
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, I start by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is warming up, I prepare my heart-shaped brownie pan by greasing it lightly so that the brownies will slide out easily once they’re baked. This is crucial because we want our heart shapes to look perfect! Next, I melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. The smell of melting butter is one of the best aromas that fill my kitchen! Once melted, I remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sugar, mixing it until it’s well combined. (See the next page below to continue steps…)