It seems the more I hesitate when writing about cookies and brownies, the more people write in asking for them. I think what, even I forget sometimes, is that there ...

National Brownie Day on Dec. 8 draws fresh attention to America’s favorite chocolate square. Across the country, ovens warm as families return to the same recipe that’s passed on through generations.

These tiramisu brownies come together in three simple layers: a fudgy brownie base, espresso-dipped ladyfingers, and a light mascarpone whipped cream topping.

Chewy (or cakey), fudgy, deeply chocolate-y, and preferably crinkly topped, brownies just do it better than any other sweet treat I can think of. As flawless as they are, there’s a little something ...