The main thing I am doing right now to eat and cook healthier is trying to avoid packaged and processed items. One of my favorite convenient, packaged desserts is brownie mixes. I would get them on sale or use a coupon. I would always keep them on hand to use for a fast dessert.
I have several recipes for homemade brownies, but they are homemade. Besides being convenient, brownie mixes have a distinct texture. I like that texture and flavor that you just can’t seem to get with most recipes. When I started trying to cut back on packaged items, I realized this would effect my brownie and cake mixes. I really wanted to find something that would work.
My sister told me about a recipe that she tried from allrecipes. She tweaked the recipe after reading through the reviews. She said it was very close to a box mix. I gave it a try, and I agree it is very close and really good. I used this brownie mix to make my brownie trifle last week.
You can make this as you use it, or you can make quite a few batches and place in jars or Ziploc bags. You can also layer this nicely in a jar to give as a gift. I like to make up several batches of mixes and place them in jars. Then, I have them ready to use anytime I need or want a brownie mix. It is healthier and cheaper than a store bought brownie mix.
Brownie Mix
Mix ingredients together and place in a jar or container. When you are ready to make brownies add
Mix until well combined. Grease a 9×13 pan. Spread batter evenly and bake at 350 for 22-25 minutes or until done.
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Sounds yummy! I am trying to do the same thing. And, don’t you love your label maker?
Yes, I love my label maker. My husband bought it for his office but I think I use it more then he does. I love it for items like this. I just label the jar and I always have the directions right there. I just keep refilling the same few jars.
sounds delish!! i’m craving brownies now!
I love brownies!! I think I will go mix up a batch. Thanks for the yummy looking recipe!
That is such a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing it – I’ll have to give it a try.
I can’t wait to try this out! It sounds delicious, and easy to have on hand!
What a wonderful idea. Thanks for sharing this. I, too, am trying to make more things from scratch and will certainly give this a try.
Susan
Should I assume that you bake these at 350 degrees?
I will have to try your recipe soon! Have you ever added mini chocolate chips? Yum!
Yes, sorry Lizzie you should bake them at 350 it is written on the jar in the picture but not in the recipe. I need to fix that.
I tried these they were such a hit. Thanks soooooo much. From now on this is going to be my adopted brownies recipe
I printed out your brownie mix recipe more than a year ago, Lynn, and just now got around to making them. Boy, were they delicious! I think I’ve found my go-to brownie mix recipe. Thanks so much for sharing (and thank your sister for me, too
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Hi Lynn!
I have adapted your recipe a while ago, even people asked me for the recipe & ha to share. & all I can say is that it’s the best brownies ever. Not too sweet not too chocolaty. Now I’m planning to bake them & post it to my blog. Would you mind if I linked to your blog? a little something to say thank you
@lovefrom1stbite, I am so glad that you love these. As long as you link to me, I don’t mind at all. I love it when people use and love my recipes.
Hi Lynn,
I hope you don’t mind, I linked to your brownie mix recipe today. It is so yummy! Thanks for sharing. Here’s the link: http://queenofthecastlerecipes.blogspot.com/2010/03/homemade-brownie-mix.html
@lynn, No, that is fine. I am glad that you liked them. Those are great.
Fantastic idea – I use the box brownie occasionally when I am in a hurry to make something for the kids but I hate reading the list of all the additives in there. This is a brilliant compromise though and I’ll be trying this!
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I will totally be doing this!! Thanks:)
Hi Lynn. Could you tell me what size jar you use to put the dry mix in? I’d love to include these in my Christmas presents this year as I am thinking of doing a family cookbook.
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@Hope Mueller, It fits in a quart jar. Ziplock bags work too, but they are not nearly as pretty.
I just tried this recipe, and while the brownies taste wonderful(!), they are too gooey, as in they are pretty much too gooey to cut into bars. I did use real butter, but I think that’s what I was supposed to do. I am at high altitude, so I did add a little additional flour and reduced the baking powder a little, which is typical for baking here, because otherwise things rise too quickly and then fall. It’s as though I need to add a bit more flour, but I don’t want to turn it into a cake-like recipe. Any thoughts as to an adjustment? I loved the taste of these, so I would really like to figure out how to adjust it for baking here. I realize you are busy and may not have time, but just wanted to ask if you had any thoughts. Thank you!
@Sheila, I have never cooked at high altitude, but I have a friend that has. I will see if she has any thoughts and let you know.
@Sheila, When I asked my friend who lives in CO about baking brownies at high altitude, she decided to turn it into a guest post of me. I hope this helps you. Thanks for asking a great question. http://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/2010/11/adjusting-homemade-brownies-for-high-altitude.html
Do you think this would work using canola oil to cut down the cost and maybe half applesauce to cut down on the fat?
@Noelle, I think that it will change the texture. You might try 1/2 oil and 1/2 butter. Some applesauce may work , but again it might change the texture.
This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing. We love brownies but sometimes I don’t have a mix.
I am having a link party this week featuring mixes you can make your self. I would love it if you would link up.
http://cookingwithmyfoodstorage.blogspot.com/2011/03/make-your-own-mix-magic-mix-and-link.html
I keep a jar of this mix on hand. We’ve made it multiple times & it is always a hit with the ones we share it with! It is very handy to have the dry ingredients already mixed.
I am so glad I found this! I linked from the Eat Well, Spend Less series on homemade staples. I too love the TEXTURE of boxed brownie mix, but really want to stay away from the weird ingredients. I’ve tried several homemade recipes and just can’t find one with the right texture. It’s such a let down to take the time to prepare, smell them baking, then not get the anticipated texture. Monday is kitchen day and we will be trying these for sure, thanks!
I love choc. and I have not tried your brownies yet….but with every brownie I add choc. chips to the mix…Can’t wait to try this recipe. Thanks and God Bless you and your family:)
Hi Lynn,
Thanks for this recipie. My only problem is that I’m not sure how much of the premade mix i am to use with the wet ingredients. Do I use 1 cup? 1 1/2 cups? Could you please help me out.
Thanks.
The above recipe makes one 9×13. So, all the dry ingredients and all the wet ingredients. I usually just make the right amount for a 9×13 pan in one jar or container and make up several containers. I have never made a huge batch in one large container and measured out how much each batch needs. You could easily do that though by just measuring out the dry ingredients for one batch. I hope that helps and makes sense.
Have you experimented with Applesauce instead of eggs as the binder? I love the idea and recipe, but it seems like a lot of eggs for one pan of brownies, the applesauce might cut down on how many eggs will have to be used and be healthier. I am planning on making some big batches of this (probably giving it as christmas gifts) and would like to know in your’ test’ kitchen if the applesauce works! I have heard you are going to be doing a lot more mixes, I am eager to follow those….thanks!
I have not used applesauce in place of the eggs. I have had readers tell me they use applesauce in place of some of the fat, but that makes it more cake like, not a fudgy brownie. I really think the butter and egg in this is what makes it a fudgy box like brownie. And yes I have a post planned for next month on how I do homemade mixes.
can i use cannabutter ?
Hi- I halfed your recipe and baked in a large mini muffin pan at 350 for 10 minutes. The kids & I thought they were great- not too gooey at all in the mini pan & a good taste too.
How many servings do you think you can get out of your recipe?
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