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Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper leaving an overhang on the sides.","group":"Preparation","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.","group":"Mixing","title":"Whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.","group":"Mixing","title":"Add the eggs one","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.","group":"Mixing","title":"Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"If using, fold in the chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.","group":"Baking","title":"If using, fold in the chocolate chips","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Baking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center should still be slightly soft.","group":"Baking","title":"Bake for 25 to 30 minutes","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Baking"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.","group":"Finishing","title":"Allow the brownies","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the fudgiest texture, do not overbake. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs attached. 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