These muffin pan brownies are the perfect balance of fudgy and cakey. Theyโ€™re made in a muffin pan, making them the perfect single-serving treat. With optional chocolate chips or chopped nuts, theyโ€™re customizable to fit any brownie loverโ€™s tastes. This easy recipe gives you that rich, chocolatey flavor in individual portions. Hereโ€™s how to make them:


Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional โ€” walnuts or pecans work great)

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
  2. Grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Melt the Butter

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup butter. Let it cool slightly before adding to the batter.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

  1. Stir in 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the melted butter. Mix until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients

  1. Add 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder to the mixture. Stir just until combined โ€” be careful not to overmix to keep the brownies fudgy.

Step 5: Add Optional Ingredients

  1. If using, fold in 1/2 cup chocolate chips or 1/2 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans).

Step 6: Fill the Muffin Pan

  1. Spoon the brownie batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7: Bake

  1. Bake for 18โ€“22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. For extra fudgy brownies, bake on the shorter end of the time range.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

  1. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 5โ€“10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
  2. Enjoy warm, or top with a scoop of ice cream for an extra treat!

Tips:

  • Customization: Feel free to swap the nuts for dried fruit, or add extra chocolate chips for more richness.
  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to a month for future cravings!