German Chocolate Brownies Decadent (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Brownie Batter

01 - 225 grams unsalted butter, melted
02 - 400 grams granulated sugar
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 125 grams all-purpose flour
06 - 40 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Mix-ins

09 - 170 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 - 120 grams pecans, chopped
11 - 90 grams sweetened shredded coconut

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 x 33 cm baking pan and line with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
03 - Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract until integrated.
04 - In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
05 - Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
06 - Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and sweetened shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
07 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula, ensuring a level surface.
08 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center yields a few moist crumbs.
09 - Allow to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Using the parchment overhang, lift brownies out and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into squares once fully cooled.
10 - Serve as is, or accompany with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - For best texture, do not overbake; brownies should be set at the edges with a slightly moist center.
02 - Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting for even mixing.