Ingredients
– 1 box (15.25 ounces) cake mix (any flavor, with dark chocolate, strawberry, or lemon recommended)
– 1/3 cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
– 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg (for vegan flax eggs)
– plant-based oil (for vegan option)
– certified gluten-free cake mix (for gluten-free option)
– extra liquid like water or coffee (for gluten-free option)
– reduced-fat cake mix (for low-calorie option)
– applesauce (as oil substitute for low-calorie option)
Instructions
1-Preheat and Prep: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish. Parchment paper works too for easy release.
2-Mix Batter: In a large bowl, combine cake mix, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 2 large eggs. Stir well until smooth. The batter stays thick, like cookie dough. Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips if using.
3-Spread Evenly: Spoon batter into the pan. Spread with a spatula for uniform thickness. Don’t worry if it looks dense; it rises then settles like traditional brownies.
4-Bake: Pop in the oven for 20 minutes. Toothpick test: moist crumbs, not batter. Adjust for altitude or pan size.
5-Cool and Cut: Let cool fully in pan before slicing. Patience prevents crumbling!
Last Step:
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🍰 Use any cake mix flavor including vanilla, red velvet, or carrot cake for variety.
🍫 Add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, toffee bits, or sprinkles enhance texture and flavor.
❄️ Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days, or freeze individually for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 349 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 41 mg