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Better Than Box Mix Brownie

Better Than Box Mix Brownie: Your New Fudgy Obsession

Better Than Box Mix Brownies deliver a fudgy texture and customizable options, making them a must-try dessert for chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter melted, or substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar light brown sugar can replace it
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 2 large Eggs or replace each with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce for vegan option
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour use a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder opt for Dutch-processed for richer taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Semisweet Mini Chocolate Chips or use dark chocolate chunks
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts walnuts, pecans, or almonds
  • 1/2 cup Caramel or Peanut Butter swirl in before baking
  • 1 cup Mint Chocolate for a seasonal variation

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of melted unsalted butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup of cocoa powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of semisweet mini chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite add-ins for a unique brownie experience.

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