Best 5 Old Fashioned Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic of Old Fashioned Brownies, a nostalgic treat that has captivated taste buds for generations. These dense, fudgy, and chewy brownies embody the essence of simplicity and comfort, made with pantry staples like butter, sugar, eggs, flour, and cocoa powder. With two variations – Classic and Fudgy – this recipe caters to every brownie enthusiast's preference. The Classic recipe yields a traditional, chewy brownie with a crispy top, while the Fudgy recipe promises an ultra-rich, gooey, and decadent experience. Both variations guarantee a delightful indulgence that will transport you back to cherished memories or create new ones with every bite.

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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 OATMEAL BROWNIES



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Need a bar that travels well? Try rich brownies that bake between layers of old-fashioned crunchy oats.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups quick-cooking or regular oats
3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
4 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
2/3 cup butter or margarine
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 eggs
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix oats, 3/4 cup flour, the brown sugar and baking soda. Stir in melted 3/4 cup butter. Reserve 3/4 cup oat mixture for topping. Press remaining oat mixture in pan. Bake 10 minutes. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat chocolate and 2/3 cup butter over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted; remove from heat. Stir in granulated sugar, vanilla and eggs. Stir in 1 1/4 cups flour, the baking powder and salt.
  • Spread batter over baked base. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Bake about 30 minutes or until center is set and oat mixture turnes golden brown (do not overbake). Cool completely, about 2 hours. Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

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 COCOA BROWNIES



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Gooey, delicious brownies, made the low fat way! These are taken from The 99% Fat Free Cookbook, by Barry Bluestein and Kevin Morrissey. Posted here mostly so I can calculate Weight Watcher points :)

Provided by Torricus

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 20 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup double-strength hot brewed coffee
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 cup natural unsweetened applesauce
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Sift the cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together into a large bowl. Add the coffee and corn syrup. Blend with a wire whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Add the applesauce, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until completely blended. Add the flour. Fold in the yogurt with a wooden spoon just until it is incorporated.
  • Fold the batter into an 8-by-8 inch nonstick baking pan. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the mixture is just beginning to separate from the edges of the pan and is firm to the touch in the centre.
  • Remove from the oven, place on a rack, and cool completely in the pan, about 2 hours.

OLD-FASHIONED OATMEAL BROWNIES



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Need a bar that travels well? Try rich brownies that bake between layers of old-fashioned crunchy oats.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups quick-cooking or regular oats
3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
4 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
2/3 cup butter or margarine
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 eggs
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix oats, 3/4 cup flour, the brown sugar and baking soda. Stir in melted 3/4 cup butter. Reserve 3/4 cup oat mixture for topping. Press remaining oat mixture in pan. Bake 10 minutes. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat chocolate and 2/3 cup butter over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted; remove from heat. Stir in granulated sugar, vanilla and eggs. Stir in 1 1/4 cups flour, the baking powder and salt.
  • Spread batter over baked base. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Bake about 30 minutes or until center is set and oat mixture turnes golden brown (do not overbake). Cool completely, about 2 hours. Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use unsweetened cocoa powder: It provides a richer and more intense chocolate flavor compared to regular cocoa powder.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough and dense brownie. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a metal baking pan: Metal baking pans conduct heat more evenly, resulting in a more evenly baked brownie.
  • Don't overbake the brownies: Overbaking can make the brownies dry and crumbly. Check the brownies a few minutes before the suggested baking time and adjust accordingly.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting: This will prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These old-fashioned brownies are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With their rich chocolate flavor and fudgy texture, they are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and give this recipe a try!

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