EASIEST BROWNIES EVER

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 c. oil, such as canola or peanut

1 1/4 c. granulated sugar

3/4 c. all-purpose flour

1/2 c. natural cocoa powder

1/2 tsp. salt

2 large eggs

2 tbsp. water

1/2 c. chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS:

Heat the oven 350°. Prepare an 8-inch metal baking pan. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven.

Pour the oil into the 8x8-inch metal baking pan and gently swirl the oil around the pan and up the sides.

Add the dry ingredients to the pan. Add the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and salt to the baking pan.

Add the eggs and water and stir well. Crack the eggs directly into the baking pan and add the water. Use a sturdy spatula or wooden spoon to first puncture the yolks and then mix the batter until completely wet, about 1 1/2 minutes of stirring.

Stir in the chocolate chips (save a few to sprinkle on top). Use the spatula to spread the batter in an even layer, being sure to work it into the corners of the pan.

Bake 25 to 28 minutes. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly clean, 25 to 28 minutes.

Cool the brownies on a cooling rack for 15 minutes before cutting into 9 squares for serving.