Flourless Brownies

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease an 8 × 8-inch baking pan. Or cover with nonstick foil allowing at least 2 inches of foil to hang off the sides; lightly spray the foil with cooking spray and set aside.

2. Step 2

   Place the butter and chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the chocolate chips are melted and smooth. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave using a towel or oven mitts as the bowl will be quite hot.

3. Step 3

   Stir in the granulated sugar and salt.

4. Step 4

   Add the eggs one at a time until batter is smooth. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

5. Step 5

   Add the cocoa powder and stir until well incorporated.

6. Step 6

   Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Step 7

   Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.

8. Step 8

   Lift the brownies out of the pan using the foil handles and slide the brownies on to a cutting board. Lightly dust with powdered sugar to decorate, if desired. Cut into 2-inch squares to serve.