The Secret Ingredient I put into Princes William and Harrys Chocolate Brownies!

[@dsatt57]

Edges are the best part! Poor Willie and Haz never knew what they were missing!

[@wendyhamilton2696]

Absolute chocolate decadence. Please keep these delicious, nostalgic, storied recipes coming chef!

[@brianhaflin9799]

Love these videos of the food you prepared for Harry and William! Please keep them coming!

[@bovinestormlabs]

Chef, I know you may not see this, but I made these last night and these are amazing (minus the espresso). Thank you again so much for sharing this.

[@dougb3699]

My Grandmother was from England and she always made the best brownies. It remains a favorite family recipe.

[@Covenant-R]

Every time I hear someone pronounce espresso as expresso I die a little, but yes, just as its great to have a bit of coffee in chocolate to enhance the chocolate flavor, in a coffee dessert its great to have a bit of chocolate as well. Or a Texas style chili for that matter. Definitely going to try this recipe. There is a chocolate cake I learned long ago, that is a modified version of what we in sweden calls kladdkaka (sticky cake) which is a chewy goey chocolate cake. But the trick to this one is that you add a layer of tosca like topping, basically you boil sugar, syrup, cream and butter and then put in a lot of coconut flakes. That mixture you then spread on top of the chocolate cake.

[@lavenderbee3611]

Brownies are the perfect chocolate fix for me, half-way between a candy bar and cake. I love the chew & fudgy versions best, a mixture of coconut oil & butter makes for a really chewy texture. Chocolate & espresso are a match made in heaven, topped with Haagen Dazs coffee ice cream makes it swoon worthy.

[@FinarfinNoldorin]

OMG!!! Those look SOOO good!!!! :)

[@Melodee1316]

I LOVE this. show. Being bed ridden and loving recipes, I could and often watch them multiple times! Please keep the recipes coming! I also love your personality! And Winston’s of course

[@carieh3279]

Thanks for sharing ❤brownie 😋 🇨🇦

[@okeating3663]

Espresso brownies are my favorite. I use espresso chocolate chips in my brownies. Nestles makes them and ohh they are so good. Brownies are excellent with espresso coffee chip Gelato. Its a step up from the norm dessert.

[@aleks8888no]

A small tip is to add frozen cherries before baking.

[@tanyawood275]

I love to watch you make all sorts of recipes, especially the ones for Princess Diana and the boys. The stuffed red peppers is a regular in our house! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful recipes!

[@baronetessdawson]

Thank You so much, Royal Chef McGrady! Fabulous! I am extremely tempted to add a Chocolate Ganache frosting! ❤❤❤ 😘

[@Boomie373]

Wait a minute... The edges of brownies are literally the best part. Eating the pieces that come out of the corners are the best out of the whole batch.

[@mariannenielsen425]

Thank you. lucky Will and Harry.

[@The_Smith]

I was right when I guessed what your secret ingredient was! (we have the same one) And when I was being fancy I put a peanutbutter icing on mine.

[@donnahibbard1774]

Thank you Chef McGrady, looks amazing ❤

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

Pure decadence. Looks Awesome! Thank you so much.

[@catherinecaruso4796]

Absolutely delicious! I wonder if William and Harry watch your videos and miss these wonderful meals and treats? I know I would!

[@laurenschenck5355]

Hope you are well Darren and always so sweet and best dad husband and your family is so lucky to have you and amazing person and absolutely iconic and legendary of cooking and baking ❤😊❤

[@cyberqueen7784]

Brownies were the first dessert I learned to bake and successfully make from scratch! Still one of my favorite desserts to this day, especially since chocolate desserts are at the top of my list! I baked brownies from scratch for my best friend once in college to cheer her up from something that happened back then. But yeah, I have heard espresso is great in brownies, but I would never be able to have brownies in the evening if that was the case. Wouldn’t be able to fall asleep.

[@actipton80]

My favorite brownies are the ones I used to make at a bakery I worked at. They had both melted chocolate and cocoa powder in them, and I would always drop a dollar in the cash box to have one for myself when I sold them at the farmer's market. My mom's recipe for one-pot cocoa brownies were very good as well, and those were easier and less complicated than the ones I made at work. If I make bourbon balls, that calls for dry brownie crumbs rehydrated with bourbon, so a box mix works better in that case because they tend to be drier than brownies made from scratch.

[@Timinator2K10]

Soooo AWESOME! A drizzle of a good caramel sauce is superb! Include Butterscotch or Peanut Butter chips! 👍👍👍

[@kristinahildebrand4015]

Replacing a little of the sugar with golden syrup or treacle gives a nice depth of flavour.

[@evanator166]

I think Vegemite or Marmite would be good to. I have a recipe I just haven't tried it yet.

[@debrarobinson615]

These look scrumptious! Will definitely make! Thank you!

[@almostjane1754]

Excellent tip that works! I read in a cookbook long ago... always add a bit of espresso [or even just a small bit of dry instant coffee] to any chocolate recipe. You won't taste the coffee flavor but it SO enhances the chocolate! I think it has the same effect as vanilla does - you don't usually taste vanilla in anything you bake, but you WOULD miss it if it wasn't there. Thanks, Darren - love watching your videos!

[@winky32174]

I'm with you, trim the edges and enjoy! I love the edges, and the crust on pies!

[@RG-5834]

That looks totally delicious! I must say that I would definitely go for the soft centred variety. Darren you have a wonderful personality!

[@ericmgarrison]

I remember having brownies at the Palmer House. I like them fudgey, cakey, gooey, hot, cold....I just love a good brownie (and espresso coffee powder is my similar secret ingredient). I love Black Walnuts in mine to make them taste old fashioned.

[@Azrael_the_Black]

My favourite brownies? Yes, please.

[@stephaniecowans3646]

I've always like having some chopped walnuts in my brownies. I feel it balances out all that sweet. I never knew or heard of adding a bit of espresso to the mix! I guess that's why Chef Darren calls it his "secret" ingredient 😄

[@duallove6909]

I always add a bit of coffee granules or an espresso shot in any chocolate cake I make. It really does make a difference. Just don’t put too much or you’ll end up with a mocha flavoured cake. Which isn’t a bad thing tbh!

[@stephaniecowans3646]

@@duallove6909 looks like Chef Darren only added a tablespoon of the brew.

[@mslaurateague]

My grandmother used to make a chocolate cake that also contained coffee. This was in the 70s. I think even a bit of instant coffee granules (added to liquid) perks up the chocolate flavor! (I prefer pecans, but yes, I agree with you about the walnuts @stephaniecowans3646 )

[@SongOfSongsOneTwelve]

I like my brownies fudgy, thick and with Maraschino cherries and walnuts with a drizzle of semi-sweet chocolate and sea salt on top. 😋🥰

[@suerussell6353]

Yes...edges were my favorite too ☺️

[@Shoshi2048]

Love the little add-in to the brownies that made young William and Harry climb the walls! 😂 Oh, if Nanny ever found out?? Did she?? That story was a hoot! Love your show Darren and all the adventures that makes this show so amazing and yummy. 💖

[@sandyneino4219]

I like the breadkdown of how to get the different textures of brownies! no mystery now...

[@ausican4ever]

This is such a fun video! I learnt to bake brownies from scratch as a newlywed in Australia - no box mixes existed. We love very dense chewy brownies - and my secret was to use whole wheat flour and raw sugar. We also love VERY chocolate, so I use cocoa powder, then added chocolate chips instead of nuts, and then... Spread chocolate chips on the hot brownies to melt, and when everything cooled, added a layer of Nutella on top.

[@g3everex]

Best looking brownies I’ve ever seen. I would pay good money for a tray of these.

[@susanminger9664]

Can't wait to try these--they should be very good anti-dementor fare! Your videos always cheer us up!

[@johnthompson4162]

My favorite recipe will now be yours.I will only add walnuts instead of chocolate chips at end. Maybe add another egg and a little baking powder to try out. Your original looks great. My favorite is Betty's in the bag. Next time I will think outside the bag. John T.

[@kevskevs]

2:44 I can recommend another secret ingredient the legality of which depends on your location ...

[@YuriSVdovenko]

Thank you ever so much Sir for your tasty lesson I will prepare this 1:1 in the coming days. Greetings from Ukraine!

[@zeppmom]

Another great recipe! Can't wait to try them!!

[@laurenschenck5355]

You are always so amazing love your positive energy and you are amazing and inspiring ❤

[@anne14margot]

I love this recipe. Watching from 🇺🇸🫶🏽

[@chocolatelove403]

Your videos are so cheerful, interesting and fun to watch! Love the animation and music...and Winston!!

[@marilyndejesus4108]

Brownies so delicious thank for this video. Hi from Puerto Rico ❤.

[@morlock2086]

My favorite brownies are all of them.

[@donnabeadle1568]

Yum can’t wait to make them!

[@MisakiZora]

I knew it was coffee 😂 I agree coffee makes brownies much much better!

[@eldalidiatellez1725]

Thank you very much for the recipe. Have a nice day from Morelia city, Michoacán state, México. Congratulations Chef!

[@colormetakenaback]

Mu fav brownies are warm fudge caramel swirl with vanilla ice cream. Ommmnomnom

[@MsLighthorse]

I love your recipes and your stories sir!

[@natviolen4021]

Yummy. Will definitely be tried. Thanks for the recipe and the measurements by weight ❤

[@flyfly2850]

I made this and are delicious!! Thanks a lot!

[@ItIsJustJudy]

My favorite brownies are thick and fudge, with a nice shiny crackle top. I do make some incredibly bodacious homemade brownies with added chocolate chips, and no coffee.

[@Forestwhispers444]

These brownies look so good, fudgy/chewy kind are my favorite.

[@williamdebates6472]

I'll have to try putting that shot of espresso in our scratch brownies. Most people don't know how right you are about the difference between boxed and scratch brownies. My family loves it when I make turtle brownies. They prefer pecans to walnuts.

[@gailsears2913]

Thank you chef! Brownies are wonderful any way presented

[@fshzi]

Darren!! They mention you in the crown! Season 5 episode 9, around 38:30

[@lizhaydon2250]

My favorite brownies are the ones I'm eating. Not too picky, but without nuts. Thank you, these look marvelous.

[@wildwood143]

That does look delicious!

[@WastrelWay]

No problem here with espresso coffee. I use coffee in brownies and banana muffins. I could make espresso but I just take a whole pot of coffee and reduce it to one cup on the stove... "supercharged" is exactly the word I use.

[@naheedpeerzada2537]

This is really simple and elegant recipe! Just seen and tried it.. thank you so much chef for sharing this recipe!!

[@erinluth8126]

Haven’t seen a video in a while! Hope you’re well and can’t wait for a new video! Would love to see delicious fall/early winter items!!

[@Darren_McGrady]

Coming soon!

[@bridgettewood1713]

Got to give this one a go😊❤🎉 Thank you Chef.

[@SongOfSongsOneTwelve]

I was enthralled watching and listening to you present your recipe. You seem to put love into your cooking! They looked delicious.😊❤ For new bakers, the type of cocoa used, along with the espresso, will determine the acidity and texture of the brownie, as well.

[@Nunyobidne55]

Chef, weird story, but very cool indeed….I have been a fan of your channel for quite some time. I have used many of your recipes to entertain guests….well, as fate would have it, I spoke to your DAUGHTER on the internet just a few moments ago….whilst watching your videos! I made the connection when she said that you were the chef for the Queen Mother. I told her that my Yorkshire puddings would surprise her….and that’s when she told me about you;that she would be a tough judge…..what I didn’t tell her is that my Yorkshire puddings came from you! She was a delight to speak with…..you’ve done well! What are the chances there….I’m quite….starstruck? Maybe? Love your work….and I feel a little bit more like a friend LOL!

[@Darren_McGrady]

Hi David. Yes Kelly told me you had been chatting. Thanks for watching the vids and your kind words…. Your friend Darren ☺️

[@joshuaperry4112]

I knew it was espresso, it's a gamechanger if you've never made it with.

[@lisawilliams2013]

Another great video, Chef! Always interesting and informative with easy to make recipes. I miss Winston, though! 😢

[@lewissmith3896]

What happened to him?

[@timothypirnat3754]

Cut off the edges????!!!! That's the best part. lol

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

I know! Sacrilege!

[@evanator166]

Well of course that's why he does it.

[@AnnaAnna-uc2ff]

Thank you.

[@ロンドン在住マダム詩子素敵な]

How easy and looks delicious! I will bake it tomorrow!

[@jennifertan7079]

Wow! Love the recipe and your video yumms 😋😋

[@mollytuininga6056]

love this man,well done

[@jeanmichellouis4]

Excellent merci 👩‍🍳 chef

[@CynBartek]

This is the first I've known of brownies in the UK. And the Queen ate them! I'd known she loved chocolate. I've been under the impression that brownies are uniquely North American. I prefer cake-like with walnuts.

[@flowerladyh38]

I made it this evening and it tasted absolutely beautiful and we all loved it. Love your videos and you always make me smile and it's warm and infectious smiles and wonderful personality. Thank you for sharing this recipe ❤😊

[@Carina-2906]

Thank you very much for this video. Delicious recipe to bake and of course to share with family and friends! Have a wonderful day everyone 🥰

[@candyminton2524]

I am enjoying your videos so much!! Now I can give my grands expresso brownies and send them home to my daughter lol

[@CatsPajamas23]

Thanks for sharing this! I love brownies. This is similar to a recipe that we used to make. It was on the back of bags of Nestle`s chocolate chips, next to the Toll House cookies recipe, which was a good recipe, IF they were baked thickly in a smaller than 9x13" pan.

[@juttadestiny6810]

Very nice chef! ❤️💜💙🧡❤️

[@lesliecas2695]

Darren, now that you're an honorary Texan, how about a Texas sheet cake?

[@CClearly0]

Yummy ❤ thank you Darren

[@Kate98755]

Harry probably upset with William getting a bigger brownie

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

And more of the chocolate chips …

[@jenskreibach9424]

Thank you, what a fun to watch!

[@darriendastar3941]

Good recipe. It looks to be adaptable, too. Definitely going to give it a go. Thanks Darren. 😀

[@MarieRosu]

my favorite brownies are videos with more winston please

[@barbaraziarnowski2104]

Love the bowl!

[@Philipk65]

They look absolutely decadent. Going to have a go at making them.

[@erinmarie27]

Yum! I LOVE brownies!!

[@lauraannbrooks3810]

You are always the best🎉

[@laurenschenck5355]

Those brownies are so beautiful and piece of art and amazing and well done Darren ❤

[@pamelajohnson9810]

Looks so delicious Darren I loves your channel 😮

[@andrewscullion8801]

Secret ingredient! , I was thinking it was you that introduced Harry to can ibis !

[@mariajukejax9649]

A shot of espresso? Nice. I might sling in a glug of brandy while I'm at it. Yeah baby yeah!

[@pboyd8354]

Oh that's a thumbs up alright 🎉

[@muchadoaboutkovu]

Wellp I’m gonna have to make these!

[@DeWin157]

I thought they were called Brownies because of the mythical helpful house Sprites, that the Ladies used to give them sweet cakey treats as payments of sorts because the little creatures loved them so much.

[@edithharmer1326]

Delicious!❤