Brownie rolls
Brownie rolls are rich, fudgy, and gooey chocolate treats that offer a dense chocolaty experience with a luscious soft center. Easy to make at home with simple ingredients, these batch-worthy rolls are perfect for any occasion and can be customized with nuts, spices, or fillings to suit your taste.
- Author: Lucas
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownie rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Variations
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (for swirl)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or chili powder (for spice)
- For dairy-free option: substitute butter with coconut oil and eggs with flax eggs
- Prepare the dough: Melt the butter, then combine it with granulated sugar and cocoa powder to create a rich chocolate base. Allow this mixture to cool slightly before beating in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet chocolate mixture, mixing gently to avoid overmixing, which helps maintain a perfect chewy texture.
- Shape the rolls: Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough into a rectangle shape. If desired, spread a layer of peanut butter or sprinkle chopped nuts and chocolate chips over the dough. Then roll the dough tightly from one edge to form a log.
- Slice and bake: Cut the dough log into equal slices and place them spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 to 18 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and gooey.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the brownie rolls cool slightly at room temperature to allow the gooey center to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for easier incorporation and a smoother batter.
- Do not overbake; remove rolls when edges are firm and centers still jiggle slightly for a gooey middle.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes before rolling to make shaping and slicing easier and neater.
- Experiment with toppings such as coarse salt or a drizzle of caramel for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie roll
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
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