Created by Roxanne on October 14, 2011
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8 inch square pan.
Step 2: In a medium sized microwave-safe bowl or in a saucepan, melt the butter on low heat, then add the sugar and stir to combine.
Step 3: Return the mixture to the heat or microwave briefly, just until it's hot but not bubbling.
Step 4: Notes: It will become shiny looking as you stir it. Heating the butter and sugar a second time will dissolve more of the sugar, which will yield a shiny top crust on your brownies.
Step 5: Transfer the mix to a mixing bowl.
Step 6: Stir in the cocoa, salt, baking powder, and vanilla.
Step 7: Add the eggs, beating till smooth; then add the flour and chips and nuts if using.
Step 8: Beat until well combined and spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
Step 9: Bake the brownies for 28-30 minutes, until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out with just a few crumbs clinging to it.