Forget the box mix! 11 homemade brownie recipes that rule!

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Box mixes are boring! Level up your brownie game with these 11 drool-worthy homemade recipes. They’re easy, amazing, and will have everyone begging for seconds.

Skillet brownie in a cast iron pan with a spoonful showing.
Fudgy Skillet Brownie. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

No Bake Brownies

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No Bake Brownies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Brownies NOW? No prob! These No-Bake Brownies are rich, fudgy, and ready in like, 5 minutes. Ditch the oven, grab a bowl, and BAM! Instant brownie bliss. You’re welcome.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownies

4-Ingredient Milky Way Brownies

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4-Ingredient Milky Way Brownies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Scratch the fancy stuff! These 4-ingredient Milky Way Brownies are the bomb. We’re talkin’ creamy yogurt, melty chocolate, and Milky Way magic – all in one easy recipe. Your sweet tooth will thank you!
Get the Recipe: 4-Ingredient Milky Way Brownies

Zucchini Brownies

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Zucchini Brownies. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Upgrade your brownie game! Zucchini Brownies are like regular brownies, but BETTER. They’re still fudgy and decadent, but the sneaky addition of zucchini keeps them moist and adds a layer of unexpected freshness. Trust us, you won’t even taste the veggies – just pure chocolatey bliss.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Brownies

Butterscotch Brownies

Butterscotch brownie with walnuts and vanilla ice cream on red plate.
Butterscotch Brownies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

In a pinch for blondies? This recipe, reminiscent of 1940s treats, offers a nostalgic twist on the classic. Crafted with a handful of common ingredients, it delivers the rich butterscotch taste and satisfying texture you crave, without the extra prep time.
Get the Recipe: Butterscotch Brownies

Two bite protein brownies

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Two bite protein brownies. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Toss those boring protein bars! These Chocolate Protein Brownies are like little bursts of fudgy heaven, with a crispy shell for some fun. Warning: you might not be able to stop at just one!
Get the Recipe: Two bite protein brownies

No Bake Brownie Bites

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No Bake Brownie Bites. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Skip the heat, satisfy the sweet! These No-Bake Brownie Bites are your saving grace for a brownie attack. They’re surprisingly simple to whip up, deliciously decadent, and won’t leave you with a sugar crash. Get ready to indulge guilt- (almost) free!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownie Bites

Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

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Peanut Butter Cup Brownies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Brownie craving hit, but the couch is calling your name? We got you. These Peanut Butter Cup Brownies are your shortcut to heaven – just a box mix and some peanut butter cups needed for ultimate chocolaty-peanut buttery bliss. Easy and insanely good? Don’t mind if we do!
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Turtle Brownies

A piece of Turtle Brownie with ice cream on a plate.
Turtle Brownies. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

My family practically begs for these Turtle Brownies every single time! Been making ’em for over 20 years, and they’re still the MVP of dessert night. Packed with caramel, pecans, and chocolate, they’re basically a party in your mouth. Get ready for brownie heaven!
Get the Recipe: Turtle Brownies

Fudgy Skillet Brownie

Skillet brownie in a cast iron pan with a spoonful showing.
Fudgy Skillet Brownie. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Calling all chocoholics with dietary restrictions! This paleo skillet brownie explodes with flavor in every bite. It’s incredibly fudgy and satisfying, without any of the sugar guilt. Dive in!
Get the Recipe: Fudgy Skillet Brownie

Caramel Swirl Brownies

A plate of chocolate brownies with caramel swirls.
Caramel Swirl Brownies. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Stuck in keto purgatory, dreaming of brownies? We hear you! These EPIC Caramel Swirl Brownies are your golden ticket back to indulgence, minus the guilt. Packed with rich chocolate, gooey sugar-free caramel, and boasting low-carb and gluten-free credentials, they’re a dream come true for any party or solo brownie attack (your secret’s safe with us). This keto-friendly recipe is a breeze to make and lets you enjoy the good stuff, sugar crash-free!
Get the Recipe: Caramel Swirl Brownies

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Fall flavors meet decadent indulgence in these Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownies. Layers of fudgy brownie, creamy cheesecake, and sweet apples drizzled with caramel create a flavor bomb that’s surprisingly simple to make!
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

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