Rich, dense, and fudgy chocolate brownies with a deep cocoa flavor and crackly top—perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving.

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Whisk in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.