Basic Brownie Mix Recipe

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For variety, Kathryn Roach of Edgemont, Arkansas adds extra goodies to the simple brownie mix that she shares here, "Here's a quick answer to dessert for a busy homemaker or when unexpected company comes," she says.

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Basic Brownie Mix Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 5 min.

Yield: 45 Servings

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Ingredients

5 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (8 ounces) baking cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch of brownies):
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
FOR CARAMEL-NUT BROWNIES:
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted, divided
FOR CHERRY BROWNIES:
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/2 cup water
Frosting of your choice, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa and salt. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 5 batches (about 10 cups total).
To prepare basic brownies: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups brownie mix, butter, eggs, water and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 9 servings.
To prepare caramel-nut brownies: Prepare basic brownie batter. Pour half into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Drizzle with caramel topping and sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans. Top with remaining batter and pecans. Bake and cool as directed. Yield: 9 servings.
To prepare cherry brownies: In a small saucepan, bring the cherries and water to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Prepare basic brownie batter; stir in cherries. Pour mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake and cool as directed. Frost if desired. Yield: 9 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 238 calories, 12 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 74 mg cholesterol, 170 mg sodium, 32 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Basic Brownie Mix in Quick Cooking March/April 2004, p22