Outrageous Fudge Brownie Recipe

This Outrageous Fudge Brownie Recipe is in a word, AMAZING! They are the perfect dessert for a casual dinner party. You must make them ahead which makes day-of party prep super simple. Make these when you’re entertaining or take them to potluck parties. If you’re looking for more chocolate options check out these 16 decadent chocolate dessert recipes.

Dinner Party Solutions & Outrageous Fudge Brownie Recipe

Best Homemade Fudge Brownie Recipe

My outrageous fudge brownie recipe is a favorite dessert recipe for casual parties and dessert tables.

When hosting overnight guests, or casual dinner parties there’s a lot to do. Things like getting the guest room ready or preparing the home for holiday entertaining, and of course having food on hand for easy meal preparation. 

Over the years I’ve learned how to keep things less stressful when entertaining at home. For casual dinners I’ll either cook the main dish from scratch and serve pre-made dessert, OR serve an easy casserole entree, side salad, and make dessert from scratch. It’s a great solution for our busy lives, and guests still feel like they’re getting something special.

Having the main dish ahead so it’s ready to heat and serve gives me the time to make my extra special outrageous fudge brownies! 

Trust me when I say that once you serve these brownies for dessert, they’ll be begging for the recipe.

Dinner Party Solutions & Outrageous Fudge Brownie Recipe

Tips for making your dinner party easy but elevated

  • Presentation is still key. Even though you’re serving an easy casserole from pantry ingredients you can still add a sprinkle of herbs on top. That way it looks so more inviting and appetizing on the table when you’re serving family style. 

HOSTESS TIP: Remove the frozen lasagna from the aluminum tray and place it in an 11 x 13 baking dish. Place the dish in the oven first, and then turn it on to heat up and bake according to package directions.

  • Just as with most layered entrees or casseroles, I found that the flavors developed even more after being reheated. This means you could bake the frozen lasagna hours in advance (or a day ahead) and then reheat it when ready to serve.
  • Serve a tasty salad as your side dish. I even make this simple by purchasing pre-packaged salad kits. No shame in my game!
  • When you serve this homemade fudge brownie recipe for dessert, don’t be surprised if your guests are begging for the recipe. They are the perfect ending to a perfect meal.
Stress free entertaining with Outrageous Fudge Brownie Recipe

What’s so special about this fudge brownie recipe?

Let me tell you a little bit about this outrageous fudge brownie recipe. It’s one I adapted from a recipe that was passed on to me by my sister in law, and there are a few things that make it different. First of all, you must store them in the refrigerator. Maybe it’s due to the high butter content(?). You can leave them out for several hours with no problems, but storing them overnight must be done in the fridge.

Secondly, the consistency of these brownies is dense but creamy, almost like ganache or truffles. You still get that classic brownie crust on top, but the center is smooth and luscious.

This is hands down my favorite brownie recipe, ever! It’s worth the extra effort of making from scratch. 

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BEST Fudge Brownies from Scratch

Yield: About 20 brownies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

These outrageous fudge brownies are AMAZING. They're dense, smooth and silky, with tasty chips throughout. Keep them refrigerated for the best flavor and texture!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) + 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 12-oz. bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons instant coffee powder
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/8 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 Tablespoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter chips
  • 2 Tablespoons flour

Instructions

  1. Prepare a 9 x 11 baking dish by coating with nonstick spray and a dusting of flour, on bottom and sides. Set aside.
  2. Melt together the butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and unsweetened chocolate on top of a double boiler. Stir well to combine and remove from heat to let cool, about 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, combine eggs, sugar, instant coffee, and vanilla. Stir into chocolate mixture and continue to let it cool to room temperature (about another 30 minutes).
  4. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to cooled chocolate mixture.
  5. Toss together the dark chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and remaining flour, to coat. Fold into batter.
  6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  7. Pour batter into prepared baking dish and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the ‘brownie crust’ appears on top and batter no longer jiggles in the center. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a cooling rack. TIP: If you insert a tester (or toothpick) for doneness, it may not come out clean. It will set up to a dense fudge brownie after refrigerated though.
  8. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for several hours before cutting into squares. Let the brownies sit out for about 10 minutes before cutting, to make it easier.

Notes

STORE IN REFRIGERATOR

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