Fudge Brownie

There are so many variations for brownie recipes but the one we have here is just so  simple yet comes up with a super fudgy and decadently delicious brownie.  The nutty toppings and its sweet chocolatey taste together for sure can make your palate wanting for more! 

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup cocoa

2 cups granulated sugar

1 cup all purpose flour 

1/2 tsp salt

2/3 cup olive oil

2 large eggs (lightly beaten)

1/4 cup water

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup crushed salted peanuts (for toppings)

1 tbsp melted butter or cooking spray (for greasing)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 325F.
2. Grease an 8-inch square pan with melted butter or cooking spray.  Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients first except peanuts.
4. On a separate bowl mix the olive oil, eggs, water, and vanilla extract.
5. Fold-in the dry ingredients and mix well. 
6. Pour the batter into pan.
7. Scatter the peanut toppings.
8. Bake for 44 - 48 mins or until almost set.  Check by inserting a toothpick in the center.  The toothpick should come out with moist crumbs clinging.
9. Cool before slicing into squares.  Enjoy!

⚠️SUGGESTIONS:

You can also use other kinds of nuts for your toppings like chopped walnuts, cashew, pistachios, macadamia, or almonds. 

❤️The toothpick-test should come out dirty. Take care not to overbake for a nice fudgy texture.