Heat your oven to 325°F. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper (letting the edges overhang for easy removal). Give the parchment a quick second spray.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt. Ensure there are no large cocoa clumps.
Step 3
In a separate large bowl, vigorously whisk the eggs, olive oil, water, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Step 4
Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir with a spatula only until the flour streaks disappear. Do not overmix, as this can make the brownies cakey instead of fudgy.
Step 5
Spread the thick batter into your prepared dish and level the top. Bake for 40 to 48 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs attached. It is better to pull them slightly early to maintain that fudgy center.
Step 6
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting the parchment to slice. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Using a 9x9 pan will result in thinner, overbaked brownies. Keep that in mind if you don't have an 8x8 pan.
Unlike butter, which contains water and milk solids, olive oil is 100% fat. This creates a silkier mouthfeel and prevents the brownies from drying out, even after three days on the counter.
Using a mix of granulated and powdered sugar is the key to that iconic shiny, crackly top while keeping the inside dense and fudgy.
Optimized specifically for an 8x8 pan. Many recipes fail because they are stretched too thin in a 9x9; this version ensures every piece is a thick, center-cut square.
Baking at 325°F (lower than the standard 350°F) allows the edges to stay soft while the center fully sets, avoiding the "hard-edge" syndrome.
This dish is special because...
Ditch the butter for a silkier, deeper chocolate experience. These Fudgy Olive Oil Brownies are a one-bowl wonder, combining the intense richness of cocoa with the moisture-retaining power of extra virgin olive oil. Naturally Dairy-Free and perfectly crinkle-topped, this 40-minute recipe delivers a dense, decadent center that stays moist for days. The ultimate 'no-fluff' treat for serious chocolate lovers.
