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M&M's Brownies Recipe

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4.2 from 12 reviews

These M&M’s Brownies are the richest, fudgiest, and most delicious brownies packed with chocolate flavor and festive M&M candies. Easy to make and perfect for holidays or any occasion, these brownies offer a perfectly fudgy texture and colorful crunch.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies

Ingredients

Brownie Base

  • 1 1/4 cups (285 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (100 g) Dutch process cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cups (95 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled

Topping

  • 2/3 cup M&M chocolate candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray the bottom of an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with non-stick baking spray and line it with parchment paper, allowing the sides to hang over for easy removal later.
  2. Melt Butter and Chocolate with Sugars: Using a double boiler setup, melt the unsalted butter, chopped semi-sweet chocolate, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a heat-safe bowl over medium-low heat. Stir frequently until the mixture is melted, grainy but glossy. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  3. Add Eggs: Whisk in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Continue whisking until the batter is lightened in color, smooth, and shiny.
  4. Incorporate Cocoa, Salt, and Vanilla: Stir in the Dutch process cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Add Flour: Fold in the all-purpose flour gently with a large spatula until just a few streaks of flour remain; avoid overmixing to maintain fudginess.
  6. Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and level the surface using an offset spatula.
  7. Add M&M’s Topping: Evenly sprinkle the M&M chocolate candies over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted about two inches from the side comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to keep brownies fudgy.
  9. Cool and Slice: Remove from oven and place the pan on a wire rack to cool completely before lifting out using parchment overhang and slicing into 16 squares.

Notes

  • Store brownies tightly covered in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness.
  • You can freeze the brownies for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Using room temperature eggs ensures better incorporation and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once flour is added to keep brownies dense and fudgy.
  • The double boiler method prevents chocolate and butter from burning.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Brownies & Bars
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cozykitchenbymaya.com/mandms-brownies-recipe/