Dutch Oven Brownie Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted for lightness)
• 1 cup granulated sugar (for balanced sweetness)
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (rich and intense)
• ½ teaspoon baking powder (for slight lift)
• ¼ teaspoon salt (to enhance flavor depth)
• 2 large eggs (beaten)
• ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for aromatic depth)
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (for crunch)
• ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks (extra melty chocolate pockets)
• ¼ teaspoon instant espresso powder (intensifies chocolate depth)
• ½ cup dried cherries or cranberries (a tart contrast)