Walnut Chocolate Brownies

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
• powdered sugar (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Add butter and chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl.
3. Microwave until melted and smooth.
4. Add sugar, eggs and vanilla, stir to combine.
5. Add flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, stirring until well combined.
6. Stir in walnuts.
7. Pour into a lined or greased baking pan.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes. 
9. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.