"We like to use chocolate with 60-72% cacao content in these rich, fudgelike brownies, as it imparts a deeper, fuller flavor than less chocolaty choices. Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 weeks...."
INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
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3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder American-style or Dutch-process
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3 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate (50-72% cacao), coarsely chopped, plus 2 1/2 ounces chopped into mini chip-size pieces, divided
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1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter or canola oil
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 1/2 tablespoons light corn syrup blended with 3 tablespoons lukewarm water
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1 large egg
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1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts (see Tip), optional
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Tip: To toast chopped walnuts, heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add nuts and cook, stirring, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.