Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie (Copycat Recipe)

Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of this Chocolate Fudge Brownie recipe that captures the essence of Ben & Jerry's beloved dessert. With a dense, chewy texture and an intense chocolate flavor, these brownies are studded with chunks of chocolate for an extra treat. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe is straightforward and adheres to traditional baking methods.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts (if using).
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.