These brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate flavor, perfect for any chocolate lover.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
Greasing the pan ensures the brownies won't stick, making it easier to remove them after baking.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mixing the dry ingredients thoroughly ensures even distribution of the leavening agent.
In a separate bowl, melt the butter and stir in the sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
Melting the butter helps dissolve the sugar and cocoa, creating a smooth base for the batter.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture and mix until well combined.
Mixing the eggs thoroughly ensures a uniform batter and helps with the structure of the brownies.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
Stir in the chocolate chips, then pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Adding chocolate chips at the end ensures they remain intact and provide bursts of chocolate in every bite.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Check the brownies a few minutes before the end of the baking time to avoid overbaking.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Cooling the brownies fully allows them to set and makes cutting easier.