Small Batch Brownies

Lack self-control but still want a treat? These small batch brownies have you covered with enough chocolatey goodness to crush cravings.

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Small Batch Brownie Recipe

We’ve all been there. You need a dessert that is chocolatey, chewy, fudgey, delicious (insert adjective) –  you need a brownie. But you don’t really need a whole pan sitting on your counter. Because when the craving strikes, who really has the self-control to stop when beautifully glossy brownies are right. there. 

Enter: the small batch brownie recipe. 

Perfect for the nights you want a little something sweet but really don’t want to overdo it. Or for the nights your friend drops by and you want to offer dessert without wasting half a pan after they leave. No matter your reasoning, I guarantee you’re going to love this recipe. I guess it’s true, sometimes less is more. At least that is certainly the case when it comes to small batch brownies.

What Do I Need to Make Small Batch Brownies?

• Salted butter
• Granulated sugar – Melting the sugar with the butter helps create a gorgeous glossy top on these brownies. 
• Brown sugar
• Vanilla extract
• All purpose flour
• Egg – If you’re looking for an eggless version, just sub a 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce instead.
• Dutch processed cocoa powder – You can use dutch processed or regular unsweetened cocoa powder, whichever you have on hand!
• Salt
• Chopped chocolate, chocolate chunks or chocolate chips – I love chopping up some chocolate but this really is optional. You can also add nuts if you prefer!

Instructions for Small Batch Brownies

1. Preheat your oven to 350° F.
2. In the microwave, melt the butter in a medium sized microwave safe bowl (about 40 seconds). 
3. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted butter, stir to combine.
4. Once the sugars are added in, microwave the mixture for an additional 1 minute.
5. Using an electric hand mixer, add in the vanilla extract and 1/2 cup of the flour to the bowl and mix constantly.  
6. Add in the egg and continue mixing until completely combined.
7. Next, add in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour, cocoa powder and salt. Mix until well combined.
8. Finally, fold in your desired mix-ins (chopped chocolate, chocolate chunks, chocolate chips or nuts).
9. Pour into a greased 9×4 bread pan.
10. Bake at 350° F for 17-23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs on it.
11. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting and enjoying.

What are some variations on small batch brownie recipes?

You can mix up these brownies by adding in different mix-ins (think nuts, white chocolate chips, caramel chips, mint chips) or top with frosting to alter the flavor of these brownies. You can also half the recipe and bake in a 4×4 pan if desired.

How do you store small batch brownies?

Store these brownies for up to 4 days in an airtight container on the counter. You can also freeze in a resealable freezer bag for up to 3 months if you’d like!

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