Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the dark chocolate and butter together until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk sugar with eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Gradually fold in the chocolate-butter mixture. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt, folding gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in pre-cooked hash browns until evenly distributed. Stir in chocolate chips, nuts, or marshmallows if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake 25–30 minutes, checking with a toothpick—it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan. Cut into squares for a chewy, fudgy texture with a subtle crisp from the hash browns.
Notes
Pre-cooking hash browns ensures they retain a slight crisp and don’t add excess moisture. Use high-quality chocolate for maximum richness. Don’t overbake; brownies continue to set slightly as they cool. Customize with swirls of caramel, a sprinkle of sea salt, or toasted nuts for added flavor.
