Best Box Mix Brownie Recipe
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Best Box Mix Brownie Recipe
Description
The Best Box Mix Brownie Recipe calls for mixing eggs, vegetable oil, and water before folding in three boxes of brownie mix designed for 8x8" pans. The batter is carefully folded to avoid overmixing and spread evenly in a large baking pan. Baking at 325°F for 50 minutes results in brownies that hold moist crumbs without raw batter when tested with a toothpick. Cooling before cutting helps maintain their structure.
This method offers a convenient way to produce a large batch of brownies leveraging prepared mixes. The brownies retain the characteristic chewy texture and chocolate taste typical of boxed mixes. Cutting the brownies into small squares (about 35 pieces) allows for easy serving at parties or snacks.
The recipe notes emphasize that calorie counts are estimates due to varying ingredient brands and recommend consulting a nutritionist for precise information. Leftover brownies can be stored at room temperature for a few days or frozen for longer preservation.
Ingredients
- 3 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 boxes brownie mix 19-20 ounces - mixes that fit an 8x8" baking pan, Ghirardelli brand
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325ºF. Spray a stoneware bar pan or other large sheet pan (with at least 1" sides, about 14¾" x 10½") with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil and water.
- Add the 3 box brownie mixes and fold together with a rubber spatula, being careful not to over mix the brownies.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes or a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies have no batter but a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool before cutting.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. You can store any leftover brownies in the freezer for up to 6 weeks.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the brownie mixes to maintain tender texture.
- Allow brownies to cool fully before cutting to help them set.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Freeze leftover brownies for up to 6 weeks to extend shelf life.
- Calorie counts are estimates; consult a nutritionist for exact values.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 35Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 6mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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