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Pistachio Brownies

Fudgy, rich brownies studded with crunchy pistachios and a hint of cocoa. Ready in under half an hour, these are a quick and satisfying treat.

Total time
30 min
Servings
9
Calories
280
Protein
5g
Pistachio Brownies
comfortingindulgentAmericanvegetariannutsfudgycrunchycasual

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup shelled pistachios

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Melt the 0.5 cup butter in a microwave or saucepan. Stir in the 1 cup sugar and 2 eggs until smooth.

  3. 3

    Add the 0.5 cup cocoa powder and 0.5 cup flour; mix until just combined. Fold in 0.25 cup of the pistachios.

  4. 4

    Pour batter into the pan, sprinkle the remaining 0.25 cup pistachios on top. Bake until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs, about 20-25 minutes.

  5. 5

    Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

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