Cake Brownies
Few recipes for dessert recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Cake Brownies. The star here is eggs, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Most of the time is hands-off while the oven does its thing, which makes it an easy one to fit around other dishes. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Cook 30 min
- Total 30 min
- Serves 20
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup (6 0.75 oz / 2.4 dl) white granulated sugar
- ½ cup (4 0.25 oz / 120 g) melted butter or cream
- 4 tbsp Cocoa
- ¾ cup (6 0.25oz / 180 g / 1.8 dl) flour
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- ½ cup ½ cup (4 ¼ oz / 120 g / 1.2 dl) chopped walnuts or other nuts (optional), 4 ¼ oz / 120 g / 1.2 dl) chopped walnuts or other nuts (optional
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 9 inch (23 x 23 cm) square cake pan.
- Whisk eggs until light in a medium-sized bowl.
- Add sugar, melted butter, and cocoa. Mix well.
- Add flour, salt, baking powder, vanilla, and nuts. Mix well with a rubber spatula.
- Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 °F/175 °C (Gas Mark 4).
Tips for the best Cake Brownies
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 9 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Variations
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
- Swap the egg for silken tofu — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoon of thick cream.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How many people does this Cake Brownies recipe serve?
As written it serves 20. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 20×2.
How long does Cake Brownies take to make?
About 30 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
What can I substitute for eggs?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Cake Brownies recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 9 ingredients and 5 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Can I make Cake Brownies ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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