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udgy red wine brownies

Red Wine Brownies

These red wine brownies are rich, fudgy, and full of chocolate flavor with a subtle fruity kick from cabernet. Perfect for dessert lovers who want something indulgent yet simple to make at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American with a twist
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup dry red wine Cabernet Sauvignon works best
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional add-ins:
  • Graham cracker toffee pieces for crunch
  • Dark chocolate chunks for extra chocolate flavor
  • A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Slowly pour in the red wine and whisk until smooth.
  6. Fold in the dry ingredients gently, just until combined.
  7. Stir in the chocolate chips (and any optional add-ins).
  8. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  9. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Use a dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Shiraz. Sweet wines can make the brownies too sugary.
  • The alcohol mostly bakes off, leaving behind flavor. If you want no alcohol, swap the wine with strong brewed coffee.
  • Brownies taste even better the next day once the flavors settle in.
  • For neat slices, chill the brownies for 30 minutes before cutting.