Five-Spice Chocolate Brownies

Sara Coleman

These rich, fudgy brownies are elevated with a warm, aromatic hint of Chinese five-spice, creating a unique and indulgent dessert that balances deep chocolate flavor with subtle spice notes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings 9 brownies

Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

0.5 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
0.75 cup all-purpose flour
0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
0.5 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
0.25 tsp salt
0.25 tsp baking powder
0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Notes

Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Make-Ahead: Bake and cool completely, then wrap tightly and freeze; thaw at room temperature before serving. Variations: For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne; or substitute the chocolate chips with chopped nuts. Serve slightly warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.