As classic as American baked goods are, brownies have been satisfying chocolate cravings since the early 20th century, and like anything over 120 years old, they’ve evolved over time. Today, an ideal brownie is widely considered to have a rich, chocolatey flavor; a cracked, paper-thin crust on top; and a soft texture on the edges but melting in the center. Because if someone wants a cake brownie, don’t they really want cake? We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite brownie recipes to turn to when those cravings strike.
