Firecracker Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease an 8-inch square pan.
3. 3
   In bowl, stir together butter, sugar and vanilla.
4. 4
   Add eggs; with spoon, beat well.
5. 5
   Stir together flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Gradually add to egg mixture, beating until well blended.
6. 6
   Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
7. 7
   Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Bake in a 350° oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan.
8. 8
   Cool completely in pan or wire rack.
9. 9
   Cut into bars.
10. 10
    Makes about 16 brownies.