Brownies from Scratch

 Here is a gooey delight for when your in a baking mood! Insider tip: substitute one egg with 1/3 cup applesauce to make a more fudgey brownie without the need for extra oil.

Ingredients:
1 stick melted butter
4 Tbs cocoa powder
1 cup sugar
2 well beaten eggs
¾ cup flour
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350F
2. Mix all ingredients.
3. Spread in greased 9*9 pan
4. Bake 30 - 35 minutes

Optional Topping:
Melt two tablespoons of butter or peanut butter in a saucepan on medium heat. Add about 1/4 cup milk and a tablespoon of the cocoa powder and mix over heat until smooth. Adjust proportions as necessary. Milk will thin the mixture, more chocolate will make it thicker and more chocolately, and adding the butter or peanut butter will increase richness and a smooth texture. If you want a thicker mixture without adding more chocolate, simply cook longer.