Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
2 cup

sugar

0.75 cup

baking cocoa

0.5 tsp

baking soda

0.67 cup

vegetable oil

divided

0.5 cup

boiling water

1.33 cup

all-purpose flour

1 tsp

vanilla extract

0.25 tsp

salt

2 unit

eggs

room temperature

1 cup

walnuts

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine sugar, cocoa, and baking soda.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~4 min

Add 1/3 cup vegetable oil and boiling water.

Step 5
~4 min

Beat until smooth.

Step 6
~4 min

Add flour, vanilla extract, salt, and eggs.

Step 7
~4 min

Beat until well combined.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the remaining oil and stir to incorporate.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir in chopped walnuts.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour batter into the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12
~4 min

Let cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra fudginess, underbake slightly.

Add chocolate chips for an even richer flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with vanilla ice cream.

Serve with a glass of milk.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common dessert for gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday Parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Birthday
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100