Get ready to experience the most decadent, mouthwatering chocolate squares that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These Triple Rich Chocolate Squares are not just a dessert; they're a chocolate lover's ultimate fantasy. Imagine cutting into a dense, fudgy treat that's packed with intense chocolate flavor and studded with melty chocolate chips - this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 squares
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper, ensuring some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cocoa powder and all-purpose flour to remove any lumps and create a smooth dry mixture.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until well combined and slightly glossy.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition to create a smooth, homogeneous batter.
- Stir in vanilla extract, mixing until completely incorporated.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients (cocoa and flour mixture) into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula and ensuring smooth top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center - it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour.
- Once cooled, lift out of the pan using parchment paper edges and cut into 16 equal squares.
- Optional: Dust with additional cocoa powder or drizzle with melted chocolate for extra richness.
Tips
- • Use high-quality cocoa powder for the richest chocolate flavor • Make sure your butter is completely melted but not hot when mixing with sugar • Do not overmix the batter - this keeps the squares tender and moist • Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter integration • Check doneness with the toothpick test - a few moist crumbs are perfect • Let the squares cool completely before cutting for clean, neat edges • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days • For extra indulgence, serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 85mg
