Irresistible Better Than Box Mix Brownies Recipe You’ll Love
Delight in these Better Than Box Mix Brownies, featuring a rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture that outshines any boxed mix.
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Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup salted butter
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully heat. Line an 8x8-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper.
- Beat the Eggs and Sugar: In a stand mixer, combine the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Melt the Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the salted butter. Whisk in the icing sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Combine Cocoa Mixture with Eggs: Pour the warm cocoa mixture into the beaten eggs and sugar. Beat for about 30 seconds.
- Add the Flour: Gently add the all-purpose flour into the batter. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Incorporate the dark chocolate chips into the brownie batter gently.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 20-22 minutes.
- Cool Completely: Let the brownies cool in the pan completely before cutting, refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better texture.
- Melt butter carefully to avoid browning.
- Mix gently when adding flour to maintain chewiness.
- Don't skip lining with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Cool and chill brownies for best flavor and texture.
- Customize mix-ins like nuts or espresso for added depth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g