19 Gooey Brownie Recipes You’ll Dream About: Decadent Delights to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

19 Gooey Brownie Recipes You’ll Dream About: Decadent Delights to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

By Sara Taylor

19 Gooey Brownie Recipes You’ll Dream About: Decadent Delights to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

By Sara Taylor
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There's nothing quite like that special feeling when a fudgy brownie melts on the back of your fork. It's like pure magic! These 19 recipes capture that feeling. Whether you love the corner pieces of the pan, or you are all about the gooey middle pieces, there is something here for everyone. You'll even get to experience an amazing brownie baking smell in your kitchen. Better grab a glass of milk, you are going to need it!

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1) Double Chocolate Fudge Brownies

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I love making these brownies. I know I'm getting zero questions asked, and everybody is happy (but, okay I mean… I don't think they scratch the surface of brownie perfection). I use two kinds of chocolate for one very gooey result.

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Double Chocolate Fudge Brownies

Brownies that are incredibly rich and fudgy. This recipe uses extra chocolate chips and cocoa powder for that double chocolate experience!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips divided
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk melted butter and sugar until glossy, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
  3. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
  4. Stir in half the chocolate chips, spread batter in the pan, and scatter the rest on top.
  5. Bake 28 to 30 minutes until the center is set but still soft. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Pull them a couple minutes early for that signature gooey center.

2) Salted Caramel Brownies

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I can eat a full pan of these because they are sweet and salty! How can you resist that caramel swirl?

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Salted Caramel Brownies

Fudgy brownies combined with silky caramel and topped with a dash of flaky sea salt.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce thick
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Mix butter and sugar, then beat in eggs until smooth.
  3. Stir in flour and cocoa until just combined.
  4. Spread half the batter in the pan, drizzle with caramel, then top with remaining batter and swirl gently.
  5. Sprinkle with sea salt and bake 28 to 30 minutes. Cool fully so the caramel sets.

Notes

Use a thick caramel so it doesn't sink straight to the bottom.

3) Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

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Peanut butter and chocolate are a match made in heaven. This swirl is proof of that statement. It is marbled, gooey, and unapologetically rich.

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Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

Classic fudge brownies swirled with ribbons of sweet, creamy peanut butter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs, then fold in flour and cocoa.
  3. Warm peanut butter with powdered sugar until pourable.
  4. Spread brownie batter in the pan, dollop peanut butter on top, and swirl with a knife.
  5. Bake 30 to 32 minutes until just set. Cool before cutting.

Notes

Don't over-swirl or you lose those pretty marble lines.

4) Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies

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These bring the holidays every day, and give you a moment of calm with each bite. Cool mint and rich chocolate make this a treat everyone will enjoy.

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Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies

Brownies topped with fudge chocolate and mint cream, finished with a drizzle.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for frosting
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 3 tbsp milk

Method
 

  1. Bake brownie base at 350F for 26 to 28 minutes in a lined 8x8 pan, then cool completely.
  2. Beat powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and milk into a spreadable frosting.
  3. Tint with a drop of green if you like and spread over the cooled brownies.
  4. Chill 20 minutes to firm up the mint layer.
  5. Drizzle with melted chocolate and slice into squares.

Notes

A little peppermint goes a long way, so taste as you go.

5) Espresso Brownie Bites

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This is perfect for when you need dessert and a little pick-me-up. The chocolate tastes even more chocolatey because of the coffee.

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Espresso Brownie Bites

Mini muffin pan brownies with a big shot of espresso!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Stir in flour, cocoa, and espresso powder, then fold in chocolate chips.
  4. Spoon batter into the wells, filling each about two-thirds full.
  5. Bake 16 to 18 minutes until the tops are set. Cool 5 minutes before popping them out.

Notes

Run a knife around each bite to release them cleanly.

6) Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies

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Imagine the drama of Red Velvet cakes mixed with swirl and cream cheese and then add all the beans! These look really fancy, but they come together really easily.

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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies

Red velvet brownies with a cream cheese frosting swirl.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs divided
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Mix butter, sugar, 2 eggs, flour, cocoa, and food coloring into a red batter.
  3. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and remaining egg until smooth.
  4. Spread brownie batter in the pan, dollop the cream cheese mix on top, and swirl.
  5. Bake 28 to 30 minutes until just set. Cool, then chill before slicing.

Notes

Gel food coloring gives the boldest red without thinning the batter.

7) Rocky Road Brownies

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A fudgy base topped with marshmallows, chocolate, and nuts? That is a campfire in brownie form! These are loved by kids.

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Rocky Road Brownies

Deliciously soft brownies draped in toasted marshmallows, crunchy almonds, and additional chocolate chunks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chunks

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs, then fold in flour and cocoa.
  3. Spread the batter in the pan and bake 22 minutes.
  4. Scatter marshmallows, almonds, and chocolate chunks over the top.
  5. Return to the oven for 6 to 8 minutes until the marshmallows are golden. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Watch closely once the marshmallows go in, they brown fast.

8) S'mores Brownies

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Everything you love about camping treats, without the bugs! A toasted marshmallow and graham cracker crust seal the deal.

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S'mores Brownies

Fudgy brownies on top of a graham cracker crust with toasted marshmallow.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 33 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp butter melted, for crust
  • 3/4 cup butter melted, for batter
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and press graham crumbs mixed with 6 tbsp butter into a lined 8x8 pan.
  2. Whisk remaining butter, sugar, and eggs, then fold in flour and cocoa.
  3. Spread batter over the crust and bake 25 minutes.
  4. Top with marshmallows and bake 6 to 8 more minutes until golden.
  5. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

Broil for the last minute if you want extra toasty marshmallows.

9) Cheesecake Brownie Bars

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There’s no need to choose with this two-in-one dessert! Creamy cheesecake and fudgy brownie is pure bliss.

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Cheesecake Brownie Bars

A thick and fudgy brownie bottom layer topped with a creamy layer of baked vanilla cheesecake.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar divided
  • 4 eggs divided
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 325F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Mix butter, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, flour, and cocoa, then spread in the pan.
  3. Beat cream cheese, remaining sugar, 2 eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Pour the cheesecake layer over the brownie base.
  5. Bake 38 to 40 minutes until the center barely jiggles. Cool, then chill at least 3 hours before slicing.

Notes

The chill time is non-negotiable for clean bars, so plan ahead.

10) Raspberry Truffle Brownies

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The raspberry and dark chocolate combination is downright decadent while being simple enough to disguise as an everyday dessert. It's classy enough to take to a dinner party.

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Raspberry Truffle Brownies

Decadent brownies with layers of raspberry preserves and a smooth chocolate truffle topping.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Bake a brownie base at 350F for 28 to 30 minutes in a lined 8x8 pan, then cool.
  2. Spread raspberry preserves evenly over the cooled brownies.
  3. Heat cream until steaming and pour over the chopped chocolate, stirring into a smooth ganache.
  4. Pour ganache over the raspberry layer and spread evenly.
  5. Chill 1 hour until the truffle topping sets, then slice into small squares.

Notes

Wipe your knife between cuts for picture-perfect slices.

11) Nutella Hazelnut Brownies

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These brownies are the perfect soul mate for anyone who eats Nutella straight out of the jar (which we know you've done). Gooey, nutty, and ridiculous.

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Nutella Hazelnut Brownies

Brownies are made even more delicious with the addition of hazelnut spread and toasted hazelnuts!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup hazelnut spread
  • 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs, then fold in flour and cocoa.
  3. Stir half the hazelnuts into the batter and spread it in the pan.
  4. Dollop hazelnut spread over the top, swirl gently, and scatter remaining nuts.
  5. Bake 28 to 30 minutes until just set. Cool before cutting.

Notes

Toast the hazelnuts first for a deeper, nuttier flavor.

12) Dark Chocolate Ginger Brownies

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Just a little warmth from ginger makes deep dark chocolate something grown up and cozy. It's surprisingly sophisticated for so little effort.

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Dark Chocolate Ginger Brownies

Candied ginger and ground ginger create a unique flavor combination in these brownies made with rich dark chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/3 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup dark cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup candied ginger chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs until glossy.
  3. Fold in flour, dark cocoa, and ground ginger.
  4. Stir in chopped candied ginger and spread the batter in the pan.
  5. Bake 28 to 30 minutes until the center is set but fudgy. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Start with less ginger if your crowd is spice-shy, then build up next time.

13) Chili Chocolate Brownies

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Brownies keep you guessing as they start off sweet, but finish with a slow warm kick. The secret ingredient? A pinch of heat!

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Chili Chocolate Brownies

Fudgy chocolate brownies with a hint of sneaky warmth from cayenne and cinnamon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Fold in flour, cocoa, cayenne, and cinnamon until just combined.
  4. Spread the batter evenly in the pan.
  5. Bake 28 to 30 minutes until set but gooey in the middle. Cool before cutting.

Notes

The heat builds as they cool, so go easy on the cayenne your first try.

14) Blonde Brownies with Pecans

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These butterscotch brownies with toasted pecans are unforgettable. Not even the chocolate brownies can compete with these.

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Blonde Brownies with Pecans

Chewy brown-sugar blondie mix with toasted pecans and white chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 16 blondies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar packed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup toasted pecans chopped
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk melted butter and brown sugar, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
  3. Fold in flour and salt until just combined.
  4. Stir in pecans and white chocolate chips, then spread in the pan.
  5. Bake 26 to 28 minutes until golden and just set. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Toasting the pecans first makes a huge difference in flavor.

15) Brownie Bottomed Cheesecake

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I bring this dessert to impress people with my cooking even if I don't do much cooking. It's part brownie and part cheesecake and so good.

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Brownie Bottomed Cheesecake

Creamy baked cheesecake sitting on a dense fudgy brownie crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar for brownie
  • 2 eggs for brownie
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar for cheesecake
  • 3 eggs for cheesecake

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 325F and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment.
  2. Mix butter, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, flour, and cocoa, then press into the pan and bake 15 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Pour the cheesecake batter over the warm brownie base.
  5. Bake 40 to 45 minutes until the center barely jiggles. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

A water bath helps prevent cracks if you want a flawless top.

16) Gluten-Free Almond Brownies

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I guarantee that no one will be able to tell that these are gluten free! The almond flour in these keeps them incredibly fudgy!

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Gluten-Free Almond Brownies

Brownies made with almond flour and sliced almond topping that are rich and naturally gluten free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Fold in almond flour, cocoa, and salt until just combined.
  4. Spread the batter in the pan and scatter sliced almonds on top.
  5. Bake 28 to 30 minutes until set but fudgy. Cool fully before slicing.

Notes

Almond flour browns quickly, so tent with foil if the top darkens too fast.

17) Maple Bacon Brownies

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Sweet, smoky, salty, and strange in the best way possible. It's all about the bacon, trust me, it makes these brownies legendary.

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Maple Bacon Brownies

Fudgy maple-kissed brownies topped with crispy candied bacon crumbles.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 6 slices bacon cooked crisp and crumbled

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, eggs, and maple syrup until smooth.
  3. Fold in flour and cocoa until just combined.
  4. Spread the batter in the pan and sprinkle half the bacon on top.
  5. Bake 30 to 32 minutes, then finish with the remaining bacon. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Candy the bacon with a little extra maple for an even bigger payoff.

18) Toasted Coconut Brownies

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Toasted coconut brings the right chewy, golden crunch. Just like a candy bar, the fudginess of the bar has also increased.

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Toasted Coconut Brownies

Chocolate brownies with layers of sweet shredded coconut and topped with toasted coconut.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup shredded coconut divided
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs, then fold in flour and cocoa.
  3. Stir in half the coconut and the chocolate chips.
  4. Spread the batter in the pan and top with the remaining coconut.
  5. Bake 30 to 32 minutes until the coconut is golden and the center is set. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Cover loosely with foil if the coconut browns before the brownies finish.
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Baking complete cookies straight into the chewy brownie batter is the kind of over-the-top creation we love around here. It's total pandemonium!

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Oreo Cookie Brownies

Fudgy brownies stuffed with and topped with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 12 chocolate sandwich cookies roughly chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk butter, sugar, and eggs, then fold in flour and cocoa.
  3. Stir half the chopped cookies into the batter.
  4. Spread it in the pan and press the remaining cookie pieces on top.
  5. Bake 30 to 32 minutes until just set. Cool before slicing into squares.

Notes

Leave some cookie pieces big so you get a fun crunch in every bite.
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