11 brownie recipes way better than a box mix

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Brownies are a classic dessert loved by kids and grown-ups alike. Whether you love them warm and gooey from the oven or prefer them chilled and dense, there’s a brownie recipe out there for everyone. Forget the box mix and artificial flavors – homemade brownies are surprisingly easy to make and deliver a burst of chocolatey goodness in every bite.

Image shows Brownie batter truffles, one with a bite missing sitting on a white plate.
Brownie batter truffles. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Chocolate Cherry Brownies

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Chocolate Cherry Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Chocolate lovers, get ready to have your dreams come true. These brownies have all the rich chocolate flavor you crave with a burst of sweet and tart cherries. The dried fruit adds a delightful twist that makes them truly irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

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Pumpkin Swirl Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These brownies are easy to make and have a delicious twist that makes them as pretty as they are tasty to eat. They’re fudgy and rich with a surprising swirl of pumpkin flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

Candy Cookie Brownies

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Candy Cookie Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These brownies are loaded with your favorite candy pieces baked right into the batter. They combine the chewy goodness of cookies with the rich decadence of brownies for a truly satisfying treat.
Get the Recipe: Candy Cookie Brownies

Butterscotch Brownies

Image shows Two butterscotch brownies with melted chocolate filling on a white plate, close-up view.
Butterscotch Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These treats are packed with rich, buttery butterscotch flavor that melts in your mouth with every bite. They’re like a grown-up version of your favorite childhood treat, and the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth with something unexpected.
Get the Recipe: Butterscotch Brownies

S’mores Brownies

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S’mores Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

A crunchy graham cracker crust gives way to a rich, fudgy brownie center swirled with marshmallow fluff. Every bite is a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will remind you of summer nights spent roasting marshmallows.
Get the Recipe: S’mores Brownies

Mexican Sheetcake Brownies

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Mexican Sheetcake Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These brownies take the classic recipe and infuse it with warm spices like cinnamon and chili powder for a delightful twist. Topped with rich chocolate fudge frosting, they’re the perfect way to add a unique twist to your dessert table.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Sheetcake Brownies

Brownie Batter Truffles

Image shows a brownie batter truffle on a plate with a bite taken from it and more behind it.
Brownie Batter Truffles. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These truffles are fancy, fun, and require no baking! They have a rich chocolate outside and a soft, edible brownie batter center. They’re a fun and decadent surprise to serve friends and family.
Get the Recipe: Brownie Batter Truffles

Surprise Brownies

Image shows A close-up image of freshly baked brownies in muffin tins with a surprise in the middle and with a dusting of powdered sugar, placed in brown paper liners.
Surprise Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These brownies look unassuming on the outside, but they hide a delicious layer of filling in the center. Each bite is a fun and unexpected treat inside. These individually packaged brownies get baked in muffin papers for easy serving, too
Get the Recipe: Surprise Brownies

Texas Sheetcake Brownies

Texas sheetcake brownies stacked on a wooden board sitting next to a small jug of milk.
Texas Sheetcake Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This recipe makes a giant pan of brownies, perfect for a party. These are a classic for a reason – everyone loves the rich, fudgy brownie topped with delicious frosting.
Get the Recipe: Texas Sheetcake Brownies

Classic Brownies

Image shows a stack of Classic Brownies on a wooden table.
Classic Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These classic brownies are everything you dream of. They’re fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and they boast a rich chocolatey flavor that will have you coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Classic Brownies

Single Serve Chocolate Brownies

A brownie with chocolate chips and a glass of milk.
Single Serve Chocolate Brownies. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Craving chocolate but want to skip the sharing? These Single Serve Chocolate Brownies are your answer. They’re quick to whip up, satisfy your sweet tooth, and only make one serving so you can enjoy them without any leftover temptation.
Get the Recipe: Single Serve Chocolate Brownies

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