Want to kick your standard brownie recipe up a notch? Here's how you can incorporate the rich flavors of this classic cake.

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Put the lid onto the slow cooker and cook ... a skewer into the centre - if the skewer comes out clean, and the top of the brownies look cooked (see tip), the brownies are ready.

Alternatively, you can put the chocolate and butter in ... The middle should be very so slightly gooey. Leave the brownies to cool in the tin - the top will sink and crack a little.

Toasted Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Brownies: Add marshmallows on top of brownies dough and bake as instructed. Peppermint Hot Cocoa Brownies: Add Andes mints or Junior Mint Candies on top of brownies ...

Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. There are many kinds of brownies, but this simple recipe aims for a chewy, fudgy texture with a shiny, crackly top. Christopher Testani for The New York Times.