Classic Chocolate Brownie Recipe

Indulgence reaches its pinnacle at Ragdale Hall Spa, where every detail is designed to delight the senses. Among our most treasured offerings is the Chef’s Classic Chocolate Brownie, a sublime creation of rich, velvety chocolate layers, lovingly crafted by our in-house chef.

Ingredients (serves 10)

• 480g unsalted butter
• 900g caster sugar
• 10 free-range eggs
• 280g chocolate drops
• 110g cocoa powder
• 220g sieved plain flour
• Dark chocolate chips
• White chocolate chips
• 1 bar of dark chocolate
• Strawberries
• Blackberries

Method

1. Gently melt butter and sugar
   In a pan, melt the butter and sugar slowly over low heat, stirring continuously until it becomes a glossy, silky mixture.
2. Infuse with chocolate
   Add the dark chocolate drops and stir until fully melted and luxuriously smooth. Remove from heat to preserve the delicate chocolate flavour.
3. Cool
   Allow the mixture to rest until it reaches 37–40°C.
4. Whisk the eggs
   Break the eggs into a clean bowl, whisking them until pale and airy, this lightness is the secret to the brownie’s delicate texture.
5. Marry eggs and chocolate
   Gently fold the eggs into the chocolate mixture until completely harmonious, creating a sumptuous, glossy batter.
6. Incorporate dry ingredients
   Sieve in the flour and cocoa powder, folding with care to maintain a velvety consistency.
7. Prepare your tray
   Line a baking tray with parchment paper and pour in the mixture, spreading it evenly to create a perfect base. Add a sprinkling of white and dark chocolate chips.
8. Bake to luxurious perfection
   Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C / 160°C fan / 350°F / Gas Mark 4 for 30–35 minutes, until the surface is set yet the heart remains decadently fudgy.

Serving and Presentation

• Allow the brownies to cool slightly to retain their molten, fudgy centre.
• Finish with a delicate grating of dark chocolate, add your strawberries and blackberries for added decoration.
• Store in an airtight container for up to four days.

Experience the perfect balance of rich chocolate and delicate texture in this signature creation – a refined indulgence crafted exclusively for Ragdale Hall Spa.