Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– ¼ cup brewed espresso (optional)
Equipment Needed
– 9×13-inch baking pan
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Parchment paper (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick off this delicious journey, start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s warming up, I like to line my baking pan with parchment paper, which makes for easy removal and cleanup later—trust me, it’s a game changer! Next, I melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat and then stir in the sugar until well combined. Let that lovely mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until everything is beautifully blended together. The buttery, sugary goodness will already have your mouth watering! (See the next page below to continue steps…)