These classic Chocolate Chip Brownies are a delicious nod to old-fashioned home baking. Blending the richness of brown sugar, shortening, and chocolate chips with a slight crunch from chopped nuts, this treat captures the comfort and flavor of a bygone era. Likely jotted down during the mid-20th century, the recipe reflects simple pantry staples and timeless techniques. Soft, chewy, and easy to make, these brownies are perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or cozy evenings with a glass of milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour (sifted)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ⅛ tsp soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup nuts (chopped )
- ⅓ cup shortening
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 6 oz chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Dry Ingredients
- Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Stir in chopped nuts. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream Sugar and Shortening
- Cream shortening and brown sugar together until well blended.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
- Add in the egg and vanilla. Mix well.
Step 4: Combine Mixtures
- Gradually stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture until combined.
Step 5: Add Chocolate Chips
- Stir in chocolate chips.
Step 6: Bake
- Spread mixture in a greased 8×8 inch pan. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
Tips
- Substitute butter for shortening for a richer flavor.
- Use walnuts or pecans as the chopped nuts.
- Add a handful of mini marshmallows for a gooey twist.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for a salty-sweet bite.
- Double the recipe and bake in a 9×13 inch pan for a larger batch.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 44mgPotassium: 111mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 1mg
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