Saucepan Brownies

Sometimes, there is nothing like a good brownie. This brownie recipe is a nice cake-like brownie that makes a small batch for when you just need a few brownies. Brownies are often categorized as cake-like or fudge-like. Some people only like one type or the other. I like all brownies. If you like cake-like brownies, this recipe is for you.

These brownies are mixed together in a saucepan and are quite easy to make. These brownies are just as easy as using a boxed brownie mix. I made this recipe without nuts. When I was a kid, I did not like nuts. Now, I love nuts in most baked goods. But for me, the best brownies are brownies without nuts. 

Saucepan Brownies 

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 2 Tbsp. water
• 6 ounces chocolate chips
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1.4 tsp. baking soda
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional

In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and water. Over medium heat, bring to just a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and chocolate chips until melted smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt. If using nuts, stir in half the nuts. Spread the batter in a greased 8x8 pan. Sprinkle the remaining nuts on top. Bake at 325 for 25 minutes. Enjoy!