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Fudgy M&M Brownies Recipe (Easy Brownie with M&M's)

Allie Hagerty
Satisfy your chocolate craving with these irresistible M&M Brownies. Perfectly sweet, chewy, and loaded with colorful M&M candies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 198 kcal

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch square pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Ingredients

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (64g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 1/4 cups (250g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) kosher salt
  • 1 cup (175g) regular milk chocolate M&Ms plus extra for topping

Instructions
 

Melt or Brown the Butter:

  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat until smooth. For a nutty flavor, you can brown the butter by cooking it until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Make the Batter:

  • Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and light brown sugar, stirring until combined.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and eggs until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
  • Add the flour and kosher salt directly to the saucepan and stir until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the M&Ms, reserving some for the top of the batter.

Prepare the Pan and Bake:

  • Line an 8x8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle the reserved M&Ms on top of the batter.
  • Bake at 350°Fahrenheit (175°Celsius) for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Cool and Serve:

  • Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Slice into 16 squares and enjoy!

Notes

  • Line the Pan Well: Place parchment paper in your prepared pan to make it easier to lift out the brownies after baking.
  • Perfect Bake Time: Start checking at 25 minutes—look for moist crumbs on a toothpick for chewy brownies. Avoid overbaking for extra fudgy brownies.
  • Choose the Right Pan: Metal pans bake evenly and help achieve the right texture. Avoid using a glass pan, which can lead to uneven baking.
  • Cooling is Key: Let the brownies cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to keep clean edges. Use a plastic knife for the best cuts.
Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 26mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 74IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
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