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There's no brownie recipe or mix I've ever tried that's better than this! And it's so easy—you can mix it in one bowl in just a few minutes. My husband's grandmother passed the recipe on; now our son makes these brownies for after-school snacks. —Becky Albright, Norwalk, Ohio
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Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 180 calories, 9 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 35 mg cholesterol, 77 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.
Originally published as Fudge Brownies in Country Woman May/June 1991, p33
Substitute for NutsIf your family loves the crunch of nuts in brownies and chocolate chip cookies, but someone is allergic to them, add granola or crisp rice cereal in the same amounts as the nuts called for in your recipes. But, always check the granola or cereal packages for nut allergy alerts to be certain.
If your family loves the crunch of nuts in brownies and chocolate chip cookies, but someone is allergic to them, add granola or crisp rice cereal in the same amounts as the nuts called for in your recipes. But, always check the granola or cereal packages for nut allergy alerts to be certain.
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Reviewed on Jan. 02, 2013 by lisa53202
So good...my husband's comment after eating the first one: "These are prize-winning!" lol
Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2012 by jmpt-rn
These are the absolute best brownies!!! I left out the nuts though. I did them by hand. I mixed the oil, sugar, eggs and vanilla together really well with a whisk (to break up clumps) 1st. Then whisked the cocoa (rounded 3/4 c.) in. The stirred in the rest of the dry,... I was very careful not to incorporate air in to the batter, as I hate cake-like brownies. Also, I used 1c. white flour and 1/3 whole wheat flour,.. you could not tell at all, next time I may try it with even more whole wheat flour.It took 23 minutes in my preheated oven in a glass 13x9.These were the perfect amount of sweet!I use a combination of black cocoa with a little regular.They were perfectly fudgy, but competely done! I have never found this perfect combination till now!!! I am going to copies of this, so I never lose it! :o)
These are the absolute best brownies!!! I left out the nuts though. I did them by hand. I mixed the oil, sugar, eggs and vanilla together really well with a whisk (to break up clumps) 1st. Then whisked the cocoa (rounded 3/4 c.) in. The stirred in the rest of the dry,... I was very careful not to incorporate air in to the batter, as I hate cake-like brownies. Also, I used 1c. white flour and 1/3 whole wheat flour,.. you could not tell at all, next time I may try it with even more whole wheat flour.
It took 23 minutes in my preheated oven in a glass 13x9.
These were the perfect amount of sweet!
I use a combination of black cocoa with a little regular.
They were perfectly fudgy, but competely done! I have never found this perfect combination till now!!! I am going to copies of this, so I never lose it! :o)
Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2012 by PeonyLove
I made them without nuts. Simple and delicious!
Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2012 by marlowesmom
Apparently I did something wrong, as these brownies were dry and not as sweet as others I've baked. My oven was not off temp, as I have two oven thermometers inside to double check it. It was a quick and easy preparation, but I was disappointed in the results, given all the great reviews. I'll choose the box when I'm rushed next time.
Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2012 by LAnnWalley
Absolutly incredible recipe! I've made it a few times and it always tastes awesome!
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2012 by momof29
UNBELIEVABLE!!!! Sooo Yummmy:)
Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2012 by sfprincess
Pretty good. A bit flour-y in my opinion, but everyone loved them. I used chopped pecans and it worked out nicely. Happy to have a brownie recipe I can make from scratch :).
Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2011 by khingle
Oh yum...this recipe is perfect! The brownies have a really nice and chewy consistency!
Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2011 by Tomhanks
I've used this Fudge Brownie receipe since I received my first Taste of Home dessert book many years ago. It the only receipe that I will use when making Brownies. Yummy, it's the BEST!
Reviewed on Jun. 01, 2011 by misscamaro88
TERRIFIC! We LOVE these! So quick and easy to prepare and they taste great! Not too sweet either :)
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2011 by fxglove
Excellent texture and so easy. I reduced sugar to 1 1/2 cup and it was still sweet enough. Definitely a keeper.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2011 by Angelique177
A great recipe, so easy, and makes a big batch for everyone! I added a layer of raspberry filling and they were wonderful.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2011 by jabaker
Made these last night. Very good. Everyone loved them. I didn't add the nuts and they were still great!
Reviewed on Mar. 05, 2011 by ad554836
Loved it! Loved it! It's so easy too! I'll be making this again! :-)
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2011 by ybowker
Great recipe! Moist and delicious! Didn't add nuts as my children are not fans. Will definitely make again! Thanks.
Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2011 by brooksjones7
These turned out delicious, and they were really easy!
Reviewed on Feb. 04, 2011 by cookadoodle
so easy that my culinary challenged husband made it! didnt taste bad either. :)
Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2011 by luvya848
I dont buy a mix anymore. These are Great!
Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2010 by Trishyannie
I made these for my husbands birthday. He said they were the best I ever made! Will definately make these again. Thank you!
Reviewed on Oct. 03, 2010 by Michelle D
Wow! Why buy the mix when these are just as easy. Will make again!
Reviewed on May. 11, 2010 by Grammy5
My granddaughter made these while staying with us and they were very very good. Will definately make these again. Thank you for the recipe.
Reviewed on Mar. 04, 2010 by mo0505
Easy and tasty!
Reviewed on Feb. 02, 2010 by Sascha18
These brownies were delish! I halved the recipe using an 8x8 square pan and baked them for about 25 minutes. I used whole wheat flour instead and sprinkled walnuts only over half of the top but used the whole amount of nuts for the mix, which was very thick!
Reviewed on Feb. 02, 2010 by Lyzi
these are very good brownies. They aren't super sweet like some others. this is a keeper!!
Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2009 by Jannie_Ree
Oh, my goodness, these are yummy!!!
Reviewed on Mar. 01, 2009 by freakychicktmm
Best brownis I've ever had and they are very quick and simple. Thanks for the great recipe!
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