Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step
Chop the chocolate into chunks. Melt half of the chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, saving the other half for later.
3. Step
In a large bowl, mix the butter and sugar with an electric hand mixer, then beat in the eggs and vanilla for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture becomes fluffy and light in color.
4. Step
Whisk in the melted chocolate (make sure it's not too hot or else the eggs will cook),then sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold to incorporate the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix as this will cause the brownies to be more cake-like in texture.
5. Step
Fold in the chocolate chunks, then transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish.
6. Step
Bake for 20-25 minutes, depending on how fudgy you like your brownies, then cool completely.
