Make delicious Martha Layne Collins Brownies with ease! This simple recipe includes only a few ingredients and yields rich, gooey chocolate goodness. Perfect for dessert or as a gift. #Brownies #MarthaLayneCollins #BakedGoods
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter and flour.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients - flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add in the wet ingredients - eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
4. Fold in the chopped walnuts (if using).
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownie comes out clean.
7. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Tips
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* For an extra chocolatey kick, you can add in some chopped dark chocolate chips to the batter.
* You can also top these brownies with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for added decadence.
Governor Martha Layne Collins Brownies
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Martha Layne Collins was the 67th Governor of Virginia, serving from 1981 to 1989. She was also the first female governor of the state. These brownies are named after her in honor of her contributions to the state of Virginia.