Decadent Brownies: Six Irresistible Variations
Indulge in the ultimate brownie experience with this Decadent Brownies recipe! Create the classic fudgy base and then customize it with six incredible variations: Triple Peanut, German Chocolate, Strawberry & White Chocolate, Grasshopper, and Espresso Brownies. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies are sure to impress friends and family. Whether you're a chocolate lover or a fruit fan, there's a delectable version for everyone. Get ready to elevate your baking game and enjoy the ooey-gooey goodness of these delightful treats!
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Servings
128.5
Calories
24
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (Measured)
unsweetened cocoa powder
2/3 cup (Measured)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (Measured)
baking powder
1/4 teaspoon (Measured)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup (Measured)
butter
1/2 cup (Melted)
sugar
1 1/4 cups (Measured)
eggs
4 (Beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Measured)
mini Snickers bars
16 (Quartered for Triple Peanut Brownies)
peanut butter M&Ms
1 cup (For Triple Peanut Brownies)
cream peanut butter
2 tablespoons (Stirred into frosting for Triple Peanut Brownies)
vanilla frosting
1 can (16 oz) (For topping Triple Peanut Brownies)
pecan pieces
1 cup (For German Chocolate Brownies)
sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup (For German Chocolate Brownies)
coconut-pecan frosting
1 can (15 oz) (For topping German Chocolate Brownies)
strawberry preserves
1/2 cup (For Strawberry & White Chocolate Brownies)
white chocolate chips
3/4 cup (For Strawberry & White Chocolate Brownies)
whipped strawberry frosting
1 can (12 oz) (For topping Strawberry & White Chocolate Brownies)
Double Stuf Oreo Mint cookies
10 (Quartered for Grasshopper Brownies)
milk chocolate frosting
1 can (16 oz) (For topping Espresso Brownies)
instant espresso coffee powder
3 tablespoons (For Espresso Brownies)
lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon (Grated for Espresso Brownies)
mini chocolate chips
3/4 cup (For Espresso Brownies)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch square baking pan by lining it with foil, ensuring it overhangs on two sides for easy lifting. Lightly coat the foil with cooking spray.
2
In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Set this dry mixture aside.
3
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
4
Remove the melted chocolate from the microwave and whisk in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
5
Gradually add the reserved flour mixture into the chocolate mixture, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
6
Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. When done, a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
7
Allow the brownies to cool on a rack for about 15 minutes. Use the foil to lift the brownies out of the pan and let them cool completely before cutting into squares.
8
For the variations, follow the additional instructions below after the brownies have cooled:
9
To make Triple Peanut Brownies, fold in 16 quartered mini Snickers bars and 1 cup of peanut butter M&Ms into the batter before baking. After cooling, top with a peanut butter-enhanced vanilla frosting and sprinkle with extra M&Ms and Snickers pieces.
10
For German Chocolate Brownies, add 1 cup of pecan pieces and 1/2 cup of sweetened, flaked coconut to the batter before baking. Top the cooled brownies with coconut-pecan frosting, additional pecans, and flaked coconut, then drizzle with melted chocolate chips.
11
For Strawberry & White Chocolate Brownies, mix in 1/2 cup of low-sugar strawberry preserves and 3/4 cup of white chocolate chips into the batter. Frost cooled brownies with whipped strawberry frosting and garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.
12
To create Grasshopper Brownies, fold in 10 quartered Double Stuf Oreo Mint cookies into the batter before baking. After cooling, top with vanilla frosting and garnish with additional cookie pieces.
13
For Espresso Brownies, mix in 3 tablespoons of instant espresso coffee powder and 1/2 teaspoon of grated lemon zest into the butter mixture. Add 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips and complete baking. After cooling, frost with milk chocolate frosting and garnish with chocolate curls and lemon zest twists.
Nutrition Information
6.9g
Fat
12.8g
Carbs
1.9g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this brownie recipe?
The recipe is called Decadent Brownies: Six Irresistible Variations.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan should I use?
A 9-inch square baking pan is recommended.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Line the pan with foil, ensuring it overhangs on two sides, and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
What are the dry ingredients for the base brownie batter?
The dry ingredients include 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder.
How do I melt the chocolate for the base?
Microwave 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/2 cup butter in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
When do I add the eggs and sugar?
Whisk the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate and butter mixture after removing it from the microwave.
How long do the brownies need to bake?
Bake the brownies for 30-35 minutes.
How do I check if the brownies are done?
A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean when they are finished.
How long should the brownies cool before cutting?
Allow them to cool on a rack for 15 minutes before lifting them out of the pan, then let them cool completely before cutting.
What are the six available brownie variations?
The variations are Classic, Triple Peanut, German Chocolate, Strawberry & White Chocolate, Grasshopper, and Espresso Brownies.
What extra ingredients are needed for Triple Peanut Brownies?
You will need 16 quartered mini Snickers bars, 1 cup peanut butter M&Ms, 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, and vanilla frosting.
How are German Chocolate Brownies customized?
Add 1 cup pecan pieces and 1/2 cup flaked coconut to the batter, then top with coconut-pecan frosting and a chocolate drizzle.
What makes the Strawberry & White Chocolate Brownies unique?
They feature 1/2 cup low-sugar strawberry preserves and 3/4 cup white chocolate chips in the batter, topped with whipped strawberry frosting.
What ingredients are used for the Grasshopper Brownies?
These brownies include 10 quartered Double Stuf Oreo Mint cookies folded into the batter and vanilla frosting on top.
How do you make the Espresso Brownies variation?
Mix 3 tablespoons instant espresso powder and 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest into the butter mixture, then add 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips and top with milk chocolate frosting.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 128.5 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 6.9g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each brownie?
Each brownie contains 12.8g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of these brownies?
The brownies provide 1.9g of protein per serving.
What type of cocoa powder is used?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How many eggs are required for the base recipe?
The recipe requires 4 beaten eggs.
What type of chocolate chips go into the base batter?
The base batter uses 3/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Is there any citrus in the Espresso Brownies?
Yes, the Espresso variation includes 1/2 teaspoon of grated lemon zest.
What type of preserves are used for the strawberry variation?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of low-sugar strawberry preserves.
How many total ingredients are listed including all variations?
There are 24 ingredients listed in total.
What kind of frosting is used for the German Chocolate version?
A 15 oz can of coconut-pecan frosting is used for the German Chocolate variation.
What kind of cookies are used for the Grasshopper variation?
The recipe uses 10 Double Stuf Oreo Mint cookies.
How much instant espresso powder is needed for the Espresso variation?
The Espresso variation requires 3 tablespoons of instant espresso coffee powder.