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Classic Baker's One Bowl Brownies

Adapted from the original Baker's Baker's Unsweetened Chocolate packaging. Back of the Bag is not affiliated with Baker's.

"The legendary fudge-like brownie made in a single bowl."

Prep 10 min Cook 30 min 24 brownies
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Classic Baker's One Bowl Brownies

The Story

Introduced by General Foods to promote the convenience of Baker's Unsweetened Chocolate, this recipe simplified the brownie-making process by using the microwave to melt chocolate and butter in one step. It became the gold standard for 'back-of-the-box' brownie recipes due to its dense, chewy texture and minimal cleanup. It helped maintain the brand's dominance in the baking aisle during the rise of quick-fix kitchen appliances.

From the back of Baker's Unsweetened Chocolate — since 1980

Ingredients

  • 4 squares Baker's Unsweetened Chocolate
  • 3/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (325°F for glass baking dish).

  2. 2

    Microwave chocolate and butter in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH for 2 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted.

  3. 3

    Stir sugar into chocolate mixture until well blended. Mix in eggs and vanilla.

  4. 4

    Stir in flour and nuts until well blended.

  5. 5

    Spread in greased 13x9-inch baking pan.

  6. 6

    Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out with fudgy crumbs. Do not overbake.

  7. 7

    Cool in pan and cut into squares.