They’re not called “Outstanding Brownies” for nothing! A crinkly top hides a fudgy interior packed with rich cocoa and melty chocolate chips. You’ll definitely need a glass of milk with these.

Subtle Changes Matter

I have made many brownies. Not every brownie handles mix-ins, like chocolate chips, or a frosting on top, or is able to be a stand-alone brownie. Brownie recipes are generally simple and always a favorite for bakers of any skill and experience level. 

But, due to their simplicity, brownies can easily be overbaked, overmixed, and underwhelmed by an improper balance of ingredients. I have spent many years of hard work developing a variety of brownie batters for every occasion. Just a few subtle changes make for a stellar brownie. These Outstanding Brownies are a shining star.

A Brownie For Every Occasion

If you want a moist brownie that begs to be topped with marshmallows and frosting, try this Frosted Marshmallow Brownie. If you’re craving the irresistible pairing of chocolate and mint, try these Fudgy Mint Brownies. If you want a beautiful, crackly top homemade brownie, you are in the right place!

Looking to take these Outstanding Brownies to the next level? Kenzie recently created a Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie that will knock your socks off!

Better Than Boxed

All of the testing I have done on brownies has been fun. It doesn’t take expensive melted chocolate to make a great brownie. It’s easier to make using regular cocoa and cheaper, too. These are just as easy as a boxed brownie mix but so much better tasting. All you need is one mixing bowl and a sturdy spoon. Learning to use the right recipe with the right ingredients will get your chewy, fudgy brownie recipes to match your craving needs. 

I would happily bring any (and every) brownie recipe on Taste Before Beauty to any event. Serve them in a white cupcake liner and they become gourmet. Making them all would make a great brownie table at a wedding – yes, they are that delicious!

Recipe Ingredients

1. Butter – Adds warmth to the brownie flavor.
2. Vegetable Oil – Keeps the cookie fudgy and chewy. Using only butter would lend to a more cake-like texture.
3. Cocoa – The star of the show. It has amazing thickening powers and with the right balance, you don’t need much flour.
4. White and Brown Sugar – White sugar helps the brownie spread and dissolve in the butter for a shiny finish. Brown sugar deepens the flavor of the brownie.
5. Powdered Sugar – Has a tendency to become a thickening agent. Including this type of sugar helps the crackle top and decreases the amount of flour needed to really increase that chocolate flavor.

This brownie doesn’t need much – the chocolate chips make it complete and then some. It’s great alone or in a brownie sundae!

Looking for more delicious brownie recipes? Try these:

• Purely Chocolate Brownies
• Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies
• Cookie Dough Brownies
• Fudge Walnut Brownies
• Dulce de Leche Brownies