Chef RV Fudgy Chewy Brownies

Steps

1. 1.

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2.

   Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. 3.

   Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
4. 4.

   Stir in sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the melted butter.
5. 5.

   Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir into the butter mixture until well blended.
6. 6.

   Fold in walnuts, if desired.
7. 7.

   Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
8. 8.

   Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs, but not wet batter.
9. 9.

   Let the brownies cool in the baking dish before cutting into squares and serving.