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Best Box Mix Brownie Recipe

Sometimes life calls for a shortcut. This article will give you the top secrets on how to make boxed brownies better than homemade.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 35
Calories: 281 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3 boxes Ghirardelli brownie mixes (19-20 ounces - mixes that fit an 8x8" baking pan)

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil and water.
  3. Add the 3 box brownie mixes and fold together with a rubber spatula, being careful not to over mix the brownies.
  4. Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 50 minutes or a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies have no batter but a few moist crumbs.
  6. Allow the brownies to cool before cutting.
  7. 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

  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
  • The calories shown are based on the brownies being cut into 35 squares, with 1 serving being 1 brownie. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition Information

Calories 281kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 134mg (6%) Potassium 6mg (0%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 23IU (0%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 35Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 281

% 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.