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BETTER THAN BOX MIX BROWNIES RECIPE
Maya Rowan

Irresistibly Chewy: Better Than Box Mix Brownies Recipe

Indulge in the rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture of these Better Than Box Mix Brownies, a household favorite perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 10 tablespoon / 140g salted butter
  • ½ cup / 60g icing sugar
  • ⅔ cup / 56g cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup / 71g all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup / 85g dark chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your baking pan by lining an 8x8 inch metal baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. Beat the Eggs and Sugar In a stand mixer, combine 2 large room temperature eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. Beat for 3-4 minutes until pale and creamy.
  3. Melt the Butter Melt 10 tablespoons of salted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in ½ cup of icing sugar, ⅔ cup cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Combine Mixtures Pour the warm cocoa mixture into the egg and sugar mixture, and beat for another 30 seconds until the batter is smooth and shiny.
  5. Add the Flour and Chocolate Chips Gently fold in ½ cup of all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Add ½ cup of dark chocolate chips.
  6. Pour and Bake Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-22 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick.
  7. Cool and Cut Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 1 hour. Slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter.
  • Melt butter on low heat to prevent separation.
  • Aim for moist crumbs on a toothpick to avoid overbaking.
  • Measure flour accurately to achieve a perfect texture.
  • Feel free to customize with nuts or extracts.
  • Refrigerating before cutting ensures cleaner slices.

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