These crackly brownies from the Once Upon A Tart cookbook are satisfyingly thick with a rich, moist center and a bit of a flaky crust on the top. No matter your brownie preference, this one is a real crowd pleaser that always receives compliments.
Brownies are the go to dessert for just about everyone, and the great thing about them is that there are about a million different recipes. So you get the basic taste that you like with a twist, depending on the brownie recipe.
There are fudgey recipes, thin ones, thick ones, European recipes, ones with nuts, or with chocolate chunks, peppermint, etc.
Since I’m always on the lookout for the best fudgy brownies, I was so happy to find this recipe in one of my favorite cookbooks, Once Upon a Tart by Frank Mentesana and Jerome Audreau. The book is based upon all the recipes they serve in their cafe of the same name in New York city.
Since these brownies are rich and fudgy, they are near the top of my brownie favorites list.
Why you’ll love these fudgy, crackly brownies
Thick fudgy brownies you’ll want to sink your teeth into
Easy recipe that turns out perfect every time
Soft on the inside with that nice flaky crust on top
Melt the butter and the chocolate in a pan over low heat. Be careful not to burn.
When butter and chocolate are combined, add sugar, stir for two more minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Pour mixture into big bowl and once cooled, add eggs, whisk thoroughly.
In a separate bowl mix flour and salt.
Slowly mix into chocolate mixture until just combined, do not over mix.
Add nuts at this point if you would like.
Pour batter into pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The recipe call for them to be slightly undercooked, so the toothpick will not come out clean.
Remove from oven, place on wire rack and let cool to room temperature before cutting.
Tips & Variations
Add mix-ins. Add some nuts, chocolate, white chocolate or butterscotch chips, crushed candies, or other goodies.
Try some toppings. A sprinkle of powdered sugar, a drizzle of ganache or some thick buttercream frosting in your favorite flavor, like chocolate, coffee, or vanilla will give them more pizazz.
Serve with ice cream. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream would make these brownies a special dessert for any event.
Storage
These brownies can be stored at room temperature in a covered dish for 2 days, then refrigerate for up to 5 days. They can be frozen for up to 2 months if wrapped tightly in plastic and then sealed in an airtight container.
These chocolate crackly brownies from the Once Upon A Tart cookbook are satisfyingly thick with a rich, moist center and a bit of a flaky crust on the top.
