Decadent Chocolate Brownies

1Preparing 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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