Better Than Box Mix Brownie Recipe
If you love chocolate, this Better Than Box Mix Brownie Recipe is perfect. It is rich, fudgyand full of chocolate flavor. Unlike boxed brownies, these brownies are soft, chewy and taste homemade.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix Butter and Sugar
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar. Stir until smooth and fully combined for a sweet, rich base.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Add eggs one at a time. Stir well. Mix in vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, mix cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder. Stir to combine evenly.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet mixture. Stir gently until combined. Do not overmix to keep brownies soft.
Add Chocolate Chips
- Fold in chocolate chips if desired. This adds extra chocolate flavor and makes brownies gooey and rich.
Pour Into Pan
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Spread evenly with a spatula for uniform baking.
Bake the Brownies
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool and Serve
- Let brownies cool for 10 minutes. Slice into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for best chocolate flavor.
- Do not overbake to keep brownies fudgy.
- Let them cool slightly before slicing for neat pieces.
- Add nuts or chocolate chunks for texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep moist.