Quick and Easy 3-Ingredient Brownies – Fudgy Delight in Minutes​

Some desserts require patience. The kind where you measure out twenty ingredients, sift flour like a pro, and carefully temper chocolate to get that perfect glossy finish.

This is not that kind of dessert.

These 3-ingredient brownies are for the moments when your chocolate craving hits hard, and you don’t have the time (or patience) for a full-blown baking marathon. No melting chocolate, no measuring cups overflowing with sugar, no complicated steps—just three simple ingredients that come together in a way that feels almost too good to be true.

But here’s the best part: They taste just as indulgent as brownies that take twice the effort.

Whether you need a last-minute dessert for guests, a quick weeknight treat, or just something warm, gooey, and dangerously good, these brownies deliver. They’re fudgy, rich, and insanely easy—and you probably have everything you need in your kitchen right now.

So, grab a spoon and a mixing bowl, and let’s get to it.

3-Ingredient Nutella Brownies

These 3-ingredient brownies are for the moments when your chocolate craving hits hard, and you don’t have the time (or patience) for a full-blown baking marathon. No melting chocolate, no measuring cups overflowing with sugar, no complicated steps—just three simple ingredients that come together in a way that feels almost too good to be true.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 9 brownies

Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

• 8x8-inch baking pan
• Parchment paper or non-stick spray
• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Spatula

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup Nutella (or any chocolate hazelnut spread)
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

 

• Prep Your Baking Pan

  Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly with oil. Parchment makes lifting the brownies out so much easier.
  
• Mix the Batter

  In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until they’re slightly frothy—this helps create a smooth texture. Pour in the Nutella and stir until fully combined.

  Now, slowly fold in the flour. Mix just until combined—overmixing will make the brownies too dense. The batter will be thick, almost like a rich chocolate paste.
  
• Bake to Perfection

  Spread the batter evenly in your prepared pan, using a spatula to smooth it out. Bake for 20–25 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs—not wet batter.

  For extra fudgy brownies, take them out closer to 20 minutes.
  
• Let Them Cool

  Let the brownies cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Cutting too soon can make them fall apart, so patience is key!
  

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Notes

Cooking Tips

• For extra fudgy brownies, bake for 20 minutes instead of 25.
• To enhance the chocolate flavor, add a pinch of sea salt.
• Want more texture? Stir in ½ cup of chocolate chips or chopped nuts before baking.
• For an ultra-indulgent treat, drizzle warm Nutella over the top before serving.

Keyword 3 Ingredient Recipes, Chocolate Lovers, Easy Baking, Nutella Brownies, Quick Dessert

What to Expect: The Texture & Taste

These brownies land somewhere between chewy, fudgy, and slightly cakey—with crackly tops, dense centers, and deep chocolate flavor.

The Nutella gives them a rich, almost silky texture, while the eggs provide structure. The flour? Just enough to hold everything together without making them heavy.

If you’re in the mood for something simpler, try making 3-ingredient Nutella cookies—just as delicious but with even less effort.

The first time I made these, I was expecting something “quick and easy” to taste, well, quick and easy. But these brownies deliver full-on indulgence—like the kind of dessert you’d proudly serve at a dinner party, not just something you whip up at midnight in your sweatpants.

Perfect Pairings: What to Drink with Your Brownies

Brownies are great on their own, but pairing them with the right drink can take things to another level. Here are some ideas:

• Coffee: The bitterness of coffee balances the sweetness of the brownies beautifully. Try a strong espresso or a creamy cappuccino.
• Milk: Classic, simple, perfect. Nothing beats a cold glass of milk with warm brownies.
• Wine: If you want to get a little fancy, a rich, jammy red wine like Zinfandel or a deep, velvety Port pairs surprisingly well with these brownies.
• Whiskey: A small pour of bourbon or whiskey can bring out the deeper chocolate flavors in the brownies.

The Story Behind These Brownies

It all started on one of those nights. You know the type—when you’re in your pajamas, scrolling through your phone, and suddenly you need chocolate.

I checked my pantry, and my baking supplies were looking tragic. No chocolate chips. No cocoa powder. No butter.

But what I did have?

Nutella. Eggs. Flour.

I wasn’t convinced at first. How could just three ingredients possibly create a real brownie? But my options were limited, and my sweet tooth wasn’t going to let me off easy.

So, I whisked the eggs, folded in the Nutella, added a little flour, and threw it in the oven. What came out 20 minutes later was nothing short of magic.

A batch of deeply chocolatey, perfectly chewy, slightly crisp-edged brownies that tasted like they belonged in a bakery window. I took a bite, and it was game over. From that moment, this became my go-to brownie hack for life.

And now, it’s yours too.