
Hmmmmm, sweet chocolate brownie
The USA isn’t exactly renowned for their contribution to world gastronomy, but there is more to American cuisine than fast food and diners. Such a melting pot of cultures, new world produce, ideas and often excess is bound to produce something half decent to eat.
Which brings us to the brownie. This highly imaginatively named sweet treat was first created approximately 100 years ago. The exact origin isn’t clear but some point to Boston, Massachusetts. However it didn’t really rise to popularity until the last 10 years featuring as a latte’s best ‘evil’ friend.
The battle for ‘best brownie’ is pretty subject and usually fought over whether you like your brownie gooey or crumbly. Either way success tends to demand the delight features chocolate and lots of it and doesn’t rise.
A quick search on Google for a recipe reveals of 2 million results. So we have narrowed down the choice with some delicious and also unusual takes on the brownie, making your life easier.
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Black forest brownie with black cherries and kirsch
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Nigel Slaters ‘best brownie ever’
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Jamie Oliver’s ‘bloomin brilliant’ brownie
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Beetroot and chilli chocolate brownie
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Nigella Lawson’s flourless brownie
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White chocolate and passion fruit brownie/whitey
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Nigella Lawsons bacon brownies
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Double dark chocolate brownies
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Raw chocolate brownie with avocado frosting
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