For the Topping (optional):
A handful of sliced almonds
Melted chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Preheat oven: to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
Make the brownie batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla (and almond extract if using) until smooth.
Add dry ingredients: Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
Mix in almonds: Fold in chopped roasted almonds and chocolate chips.
Bake: Spread evenly in the pan and top with sliced almonds. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool and serve: Allow to cool completely before slicing. Drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.
4. 🥥 Coconut Brownies
Ingredients
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, whisk to combine.
3. Add dry ingredients: Stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until just combined.
4. Fold in coconut: Gently fold shredded coconut into the batter.
5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle extra coconut on top if desired. Bake 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. Cool: Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
