3 days Ago By Melanie Kaidan
Jamie Oliver ’s moreish brownies are made with quality dark chocolate, loads of butter, and a hint of cocoa powder, creating a dense, fudgy texture. You can add in optional dried sour cherries and chopped nuts for extra flavour and texture, or keep them simple for a classic chocolate treat. Customise this traditional treat for a festive gathering, or simply enjoy it with a cup of tea for a cosy afternoon snack .
These brownies are sure to satisfy any chocolate craving in no time, as they take just 40 minutes to make - and the extra cooling time most of us like to skip. This recipe from the chef’s cookbook, ‘Cook With Jamie’, yields 20 servings of “gloriously gooey chocolate brownies”. Jamie Oliver's brownie recipe 200g quality dark chocolate (70 percent) 250g unsalted butter 75g dried sour cherries (optional) 50g chopped nuts (optional) 80g quality cocoa powder 65g plain flour One teaspoon baking powder 360g caster sugar Four large free-range eggs Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or gas mark 4.
Line a 24cm square baking tin with parchment paper. Break the chocolate into pieces and place it in a large bowl with the butter. Set the bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until melted.
Once smooth, stir in the cherries and nuts, if using. In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and sugar, then mix well. Add the dry ingredients to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until fully combined.
Beat the eggs and incorporate them into the batter, mixing until smooth and glossy. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared tin and bake for about 25 minutes. Be careful not to overbake – unlike a cake, you don’t want a skewer to come out clean.
The brownies should feel slightly firm on the outside but remain soft and gooey in the centre. Let them cool in the tin before transferring them to a cutting board to slice into thick squares. For an extra treat, serve with a spoonful of crème fraîche or yogurt mixed with a bit of orange zest.
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