Decadent Chocolate Brownies

Preparing the Brownie Batter 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.

2.In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter, then stir in the sugar until incorporated.

3.Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4.Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Baking the Brownies 5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

6.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.

7.Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely before adding the ganache.

Making the Chocolate Ganache 8. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat.

9.Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for a minute. Stir until smooth and glossy.

Finishing Touches 10. Spread the chocolate ganache over the cooled brownies and sprinkle crushed walnuts on top for added crunch.

11.Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, for an elegant finish.