Was brownie made out of mistake by a chef/baker? Has it happened during sports league or baking competition?

Are brownies made now need baking powder?

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking powder (optional, for cakier texture)

1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Mix melted butter and sugar until combined, then beat in eggs and vanilla. Sift in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder; stir until just smooth—avoid overmixing for fudginess. Fold in chocolate chips if using.

Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until edges pull away and a toothpick inserted in the center has moist crumbs (not wet batter).

Cool completely before cutting for the best texture.

Tips

Use room-temperature eggs for a shiny crackly top, and underbake slightly for gooey centers. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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