Best 3 Grandmas Old Fashioned Brownies Recipes

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Grandma's Old Fashioned Brownies: A Trip Down Memory Lane: In the realm of sweet indulgences, few desserts can rival the nostalgic charm of grandma's old fashioned brownies. These classic treats, with their fudgy, chewy texture and delectable chocolate flavor, have been passed down through generations, evoking memories of family gatherings and cozy kitchens. As we embark on a quest to find the best recipe for these timeless treats, let us delve into the secrets that make them so irresistible.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S OLD FASHIONED BROWNIES



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Make and share this Grandma's Old Fashioned Brownies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Sunshine

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/4 cup cocoa
2 eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup walnuts (optional)
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Melt butter in microwave.
  • Add the cocoa and stir.
  • In medium bowl beat eggs until frothy.
  • Add sugar, flour, and salt (also nuts if you are using them).
  • Pour cocoa mixture over egg mixture and stir all together.
  • Put into a greased 8 x 8 pan. Bake for 30 minutes.
  • For a doubled recipe use a 9 x 13 pan.
  • Icing, recipe below.
  • Icing for Best Ever Brownies:
  • 1 1/3 cup icing sugar.
  • 1/3 cup cocoa.
  • 3 tbsp butter or margarine.
  • 1 tbsp & 2 tsp hot water
  • Beat all ingredients together, add more liquid if necessary.
  • Spread over brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 51.3, Sodium 92.6, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 16.7, Protein 2.3

OLD-FASHIONED BROWNIES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup flour, sifted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8-by-8-by-2-inch pan.
  • Melt the chocolate and shortening together in a small saucepan. Stir the sugar into the well-beaten eggs in a large bowl. Combine the chocolate and the egg mixtures in the bowl.
  • Add the baking powder and salt to flour and sift. Add the flour mixture to the chocolate mixture; add the vanilla and nuts, if using. Stir to combine.
  • Spread the dough evenly in the pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Cool 30 minutes, cut into squares and enjoy.

OLD FASHIONED BROWNIES



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Modified from about four different brownie recipes over the years. Particularly good on the first day of your girliness. Awesome with cold milk or creamy chai tea.

Provided by angie

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, melted
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 eggs
1 cup cocoa, divided
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup micro-miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Grease a 9 x 12 pan (I find ceramic works awesomely) with oil or butter. Set aside.
  • Combine melted butter, sugar and vanilla in large mixing bowl.
  • Add eggs one at a time; mix each in evenly before adding the next one.
  • Add cocoa in 1/4 cup measures, dumping into a sieve and shaking into bowl to ensure no cocoa-y lumps. Make sure cocoa is well integrated before adding next 1/4 cupful.
  • Add flour, baking soda and salt. Mix well.
  • Add nuts and chocolate morsels and work well into batter.
  • Pour batter into pan and shake, shake, shake to make sure everything settles.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until brownies begin to pull away from sides of the pan.
  • Cool at least 20 minutes before trying.
  • Top should be crunchy and brownie should be warm and gooey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.9, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 74.1, Sodium 141.1, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 25.2, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Use melted butter: This will help the brownies bake evenly and give them a fudgy texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the brownies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached: Overbaking will make the brownies dry.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them: This will help them hold their shape.
  • Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the brownies for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

These old-fashioned brownies are a classic dessert that is sure to please everyone. They are fudgy, chewy, and have the perfect amount of sweetness. With just a few simple tips, you can make these brownies at home that are just as good as the ones your grandma used to make.

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