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Better Than Box Mix Brownie Recipe

Better Than Box Mix Brownie Recipe for Fudgy Chocolate Bliss

This Better Than Box Mix Brownie Recipe offers a rich chocolate experience that far surpasses any store-bought mix.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • ½ cup butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Use white sugar for a lighter flavor.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract can be used for a twist.
  • 2 large eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Swap for whole wheat flour for denser brownies.
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Opt for dark cocoa powder for extra intensity.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Kosher salt is a great alternative.
  • ½ cup semisweet mini chocolate chips Can replace with dark chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Melt ½ cup of butter in a large mixing bowl and let it cool. Whisk in 1 cup of brown sugar and ½ cup of granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fluffy.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 1 cup of flour, ⅓ cup of cocoa powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gently whisk and fold into wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in ½ cup of semisweet mini chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  7. Bake for 20-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the brownies cool in the dish for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting for clean squares. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a fudgy texture.

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