How to Get Your Packaged Brownies Way Way Better
Elevate your boxed brownie mix to gourmet status with this easy recipe that transforms ordinary into extraordinary! By swapping out oil for melted butter and water for milk, you’ll achieve an ultra-rich, fudgy texture. A touch of espresso powder and vanilla extract deepens the chocolate flavor while dark chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts add layers of indulgent texture. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of flaky sea salt that perfectly balances sweet and salty. Ready in just 40 minutes, these brownies are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a weeknight treat. Get ready to impress with this simple hack to make your packaged brownies taste bakery-quality!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Boxed brownie mix
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Butter (melted)
- 0.333 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 0.333 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven according to the temperature listed on the brownie mix box, usually around 325°F to 350°F (165°C to 175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the boxed brownie mix, eggs, melted butter, and milk. Stir until the batter is smooth and all powdery bits are fully incorporated.
Add the espresso powder and vanilla extract to the batter and mix well. The espresso enhances the chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and, if desired, the chopped walnuts or pecans. This will add extra texture and richness to the brownies.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure an even bake.
Sprinkle the top with a light dusting of flaky sea salt for a sweet and salty contrast that enhances the overall flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for the time specified on the brownie mix box, generally between 25-35 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—if it comes out with a few moist crumbs, the brownies are ready.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely before slicing into squares. Cooling allows the flavors to meld together and ensures clean cuts.
Serve as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an ultra-decadent treat. Enjoy your upgraded brownies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.6 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.3 g | 562% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 637 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 2764 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 425.6 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 304.3 g | ||
| Protein | 55.9 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 1855 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
