Brownies With Chocolate Chips
There is something magical about a pan of homemade brownies fresh from the oven. These brownies with chocolate chips are everything you want in a classic brownie recipe—rich, fudgy, intensely chocolatey, and loaded with melty chocolate chips in every bite. They have shiny, crackly tops, soft centers, and perfectly chewy edges that make them completely irresistible.
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If you’ve been searching for the best brownies with chocolate chips recipe, this is the one you’ll make again and again. Unlike cakey brownies, these brownies stay incredibly moist thanks to a higher ratio of butter and chocolate, creating that bakery-style texture everyone loves.
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Whether you’re baking for birthdays, potlucks, holidays, bake sales, or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, these homemade chocolate chip brownies are guaranteed to disappear quickly.
Why You’ll Love This Brownie Recipe
- Thick, fudgy texture with gooey centers
- Packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Easy pantry ingredients
- One bowl recipe with minimal cleanup
- Beautiful shiny brownie tops
- Freezes wonderfully
- Better than boxed brownie mix
What Makes These Brownies So Good?
Many of the most popular brownie recipes rely on a few key techniques: using melted butter, whisking the sugar thoroughly, and adding extra chocolate for richness. This recipe takes those beloved methods and combines them into one foolproof brownie.
Adding chocolate chips creates pockets of melted chocolate throughout the brownies, giving them an extra indulgent texture. A mixture of granulated sugar and brown sugar also helps create a soft, chewy crumb.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Light brown sugar
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional flaky sea salt for topping
Ingredient Notes
Cocoa Powder
Use a good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for the richest flavor.
Chocolate Chips
Semi-sweet chocolate chips provide the perfect balance, but dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips can also be used.
Brown Sugar
A small amount of brown sugar adds moisture and creates an extra chewy texture.
How to Make Brownies with Chocolate Chips
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
Melt the butter and whisk it together with both sugars until smooth.
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
Step 4
Mix in the cocoa powder and salt.
Step 5
Fold in the flour until just combined.
Step 6
Stir in most of the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for the top.
Step 7
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
Step 8
Bake until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
Allow the brownies to cool before slicing for the cleanest cuts.
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Tips and Tricks for the Best Brownies
Do Not Overmix
Overmixing develops gluten and can make brownies tough instead of fudgy.
Slightly Underbake Them
Brownies continue cooking as they cool. Pull them from the oven when the center still looks slightly soft.
Use Room Temperature Eggs
Room temperature eggs incorporate more easily and help create a shiny top.
Save Extra Chocolate Chips for the Top
Adding chocolate chips on top gives the brownies that bakery-style appearance.
Let Them Cool
This is the hardest part, but allowing brownies to cool helps them set and develop the perfect texture.
Add Flaky Sea Salt
A sprinkle of flaky sea salt balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavor.
Variations
Double Chocolate Brownies
Use both chocolate chips and chocolate chunks.
Espresso Brownies
Add 1 teaspoon espresso powder to intensify the chocolate flavor.
Walnut Chocolate Chip Brownies
Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans.
Peanut Butter Brownies
Swirl peanut butter into the batter before baking.
Cookies and Cream Brownies
Add crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
Storage Instructions
Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to one week.
Brownies also freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. Wrap individual slices tightly and thaw at room temperature.
Can I Make These Ahead?
Absolutely. In fact, many people think brownies taste even better the next day because the chocolate flavor deepens and the texture becomes even fudgier.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these brownies:
- Warm with vanilla ice cream
- Drizzled with hot fudge sauce
- Alongside coffee or espresso
- Topped with whipped cream
- Crumbled over ice cream sundaes
Brownie Baking Tips for Success
- Measure flour correctly by spooning and leveling.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder.
- Avoid overbaking.
- Line your pan with parchment for easy removal.
- Chill brownies before cutting for perfectly clean slices.
- Use room temperature eggs for the best texture.
- Allow brownies to rest overnight for even fudgier results.
More Recipes to Try
If you loved these brownies with chocolate chips, be sure to try these reader favorites:
- Homemade Blondies
- Chocolate BrowniesÂ
- Eggless Cookie Dough
- Chocolate Cake
- No Bake Cheesecake
- Chocolate Mousse
- Homemade Frosting
- Vanilla Cupcakes
- Key Lime Cheesecake
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes brownies fudgy instead of cakey?
A higher ratio of fat to flour creates fudgy brownies.
Can I use milk chocolate chips?
Yes, but the brownies will taste sweeter.
Why did my brownies turn out dry?
They were likely overbaked or had too much flour.
How do I know when brownies are done?
The edges should look set while the center remains slightly soft.
Can I freeze brownies?
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months.
Why didn’t my brownies get shiny tops?
Properly whisking the eggs and sugar helps create shiny tops.
Can I add nuts?
Absolutely. Walnuts and pecans are delicious additions.
Should brownies be refrigerated?
They can be, but room temperature storage keeps them softer.
Can I double this recipe?
Yes, bake in a 9×13-inch pan and increase baking time slightly.
What chocolate chips are best?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips offer the perfect balance.
Can I use dark cocoa powder?
Yes, for a deeper chocolate flavor.
Why are my brownies too gooey?
They may need a few more minutes of baking or additional cooling time.
Can I make these brownies gluten-free?
Yes, substitute a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Can I use salted butter?
Yes, simply reduce the added salt slightly.
Can I make brownies ahead of time?
Definitely. They often taste even better the next day.
Can I add caramel?
Yes, swirl caramel into the batter before baking.
How do I cut brownies cleanly?
Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between slices.
What pan size should I use?
A 9×9-inch pan creates thick bakery-style brownies.
Why are my brownies oily?
Too much butter or undermixing can cause this.
Can I add extra chocolate chips?
Absolutely. More chocolate is always welcome.
Do brownies continue baking after coming out of the oven?
Yes, residual heat continues cooking them as they cool.
Can I use Dutch-process cocoa?
Yes, it creates an even richer flavor.
Why are my brownies crumbly?
Too much flour or overbaking can cause crumbly brownies.
Can I make these in advance for parties?
Yes, they store wonderfully.
Should I use parchment paper?
Yes, it makes removing the brownies much easier.
Can I add sprinkles?
Absolutely for birthdays and celebrations.
Can I use mini chocolate chips?
Yes, they distribute evenly throughout the batter.
Are brownies better warm or cold?
Both! Warm brownies are gooey, while chilled brownies are dense and fudgy.
Can I make these into brownie bites?
Yes, bake in a muffin pan and reduce baking time.
What is the secret to bakery-style brownies?
High-quality cocoa, plenty of chocolate chips, and slightly underbaking for a perfectly fudgy center.
Brownies with Chocolate Chips
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup dark brown sugar or light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips divided
- flakey sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together.
- Add eggs and vanilla.
- Stir in cocoa powder and salt.
- Fold in flour until just combined.
- Stir in 1¼ cups chocolate chips.
- Spread batter into prepared pan
- Bake for 30-32 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick has little batter on it.
- Cool completely before slicing. Top with flakey sea salt.
Notes
Nutritional Information
Brownies with Chocolate ChipsBased on 9 large brownies per batch, 1 serving value.
| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 445 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 57 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Saturated Fat | 14 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 92 mg |
| Sodium | 170 mg |
| Potassium | 240 mg |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 43 g |
| Vitamin A | 690 IU |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
