Description

Enjoy a decadent and gooey brownie baked right in a skillet for quick and delicious indulgence. This Brownie Express Skillet recipe is perfectly fudgy with melted chocolate chunks throughout, baked to gooey perfection with a crisp top. Ready in under 30 minutes and served warm, it’s a delightful treat served straight from the skillet, perfect topped with ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder

Wet Ingredients

½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Chocolate Add-ins

100 g dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (or chips)
A handful of chocolate chunks (optional)
A pinch of espresso powder (optional)

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Skillet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a small oven-safe skillet (6–8 inch) or ramekin with butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder until fully combined and evenly distributed.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, eggs, and pure vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
Fold in Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped dark or semi-sweet chocolate and, if using, the extra chocolate chunks and a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared skillet, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness. For a molten, gooey center, bake closer to 18 minutes; for a more set top, bake closer to 22 minutes.
Cool and Serve: Allow the brownie to cool slightly in the skillet to set the top but retain a gooey center. Serve directly from the skillet topped with ice cream, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra indulgence.

Notes

Use a 6 to 8-inch oven-safe skillet or ramekin for best results.
A pinch of espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but is optional.
Be careful not to overbake; the center should remain slightly gooey for the best texture.
Serve warm immediately or reheat gently before serving to enjoy the gooey texture.
Chocolate chunks can be varied according to preference: milk, dark, or semi-sweet all work well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: brownie, skillet brownie, quick dessert, gooey brownie, chocolate dessert, easy brownie recipe