Looking for a new homemade dessert idea to make for a party or the best brownie recipe around? Let me just say there are a lot of ways to make brownies and lots of different ways people like them – crispy on the outside, chewy in the middle, sure, but you can have them with icing or without, with nuts or without, gluten free or the more traditional brownie recipe, then you can top them with cream cheese, marshmallow, caramel or nuts and of course, ala mode with homemade ice cream. Who is to say which is best? I sure can’t decide. All brownies are super yummy, in my opinion and not many plates of brownies get thrown out or even make it through the night around my house with three hungry kids. We love eating brownies so much that I started testing recipes and put together a list of my favorite from food bloggers, 50 of the best homemade brownie recipes ever to see Pinterest or Instagram, in fact. Check out these recipes with step by step instructions for making at home. Easy desserts and more complicated fancy ones for when you need to impress dinner guests or party people. No matter what sort of brownie recipe you are looking for, I bet you find one or more new favorites here.
1. Marshmallow Brownies
theloopywhisk
Wow, these brownies look incredible! You will love these Marshmallow Brownies, I am sure. What’s not to love when you are combining two of the best things in the world? And the best part is that they are gluten-free. Follow along with the tutorial from The Loopy Whisk to learn the full recipe.
2. Best Fudgy Cocoa Brownies
cafedelites
There’s a reason why it’s called the Best Fudgy Cocoa Brownies. You have to go through this recipe from Cafe Delites to learn the secret – aspecial addition gives these brownies a super fudgy center without losing that crispy, crackly top. I can’t wait to try it!
3. Cherry Cheesecake Brownies
creationsbykara
Okay, so these brownies are just screaming decadence all over. It’s looking so scrumptious, the photos had me drooling all over. I am dying to have one!
4. Homemade Chewy Brownies
countrysidecravings
Make abatch of these delicious chewy and crunchy brownies and you will find that this might be the best brownie you ever had. Say goodbye to your box mix and get ready to embrace the power of homemade.
5. White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies
bakerbynature
White chocolate, raspberry, cheesecake and brownies are just the perfect dreamy combination. Get inspired with this sinfully delicious recipe and head on over to Baker By Nature to learn more.
6. Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
yammiesnoshery
I just made these today and they’re so gooey and delicious. I tell you they are so addictive, the minute I put it out on the table, it was instantly gobbled up. I will have to double my batch the next time I make them.
7. Pretzel Toffee Chip Brownies
recipegirl
If you are a fan ofbrownie that has some crunch to it, then thePretzel Toffee Chip Brownies would be perfect for you. It’s got the perfect blend of sweet and salty that will leave you craving for more.
8. Red Velvet Swirl Brownies
positivelysplendid
Yummy dessert alert! TheseRed Velvet Swirl Browniesare the perfect combination of a brownie and a piece of rich chocolate cake, and the luscious cream cheese topping that will make your mouth water. Grab the recipe from Positively Splendid and you would want to try it immediately.
9. Salted Caramel Brownies
thepolkadotter
Oh wow, what a great looking brownie! Savor the delectable combination ofchocolate, earl grey and salted caramel with this recipe from The Polkadotter. Guaranteed a showstopper in every occasion, this moist and fudgy brownie will absolutely blow your mind.
10. Raspberry Chocolate Brownies
sweetestmenu
These brownies look so decadent and super rich and chocolatey, it’s basically to die for. Don’t you just love the crinkly top and the layer of raspberry goodness? I think it just adds that certain level of freshness. There’s nothing like a good brownie and trust me, this one is so GOOD!
11. White Chocolate Fudge Red Velvet Brownies
queensleeappetit
12. Chewy Butterscotch Brownies
cantstayoutofthekitchen
13. Fudgy Brownies With Crackly Tops
cakewhiz
14. Gingerbread Chocolate Brownies
sweetestmenu
15. French Silk Brownies
crazyforcrust
16. White Chocolate Brownies
justsotasty
17. Cookies & Cream Brownies
sallysbakingaddiction
18. Best Homemade Brownies
somewhatsimple
19. Triple Chocolate Peppermint Brownies
apumpkinandaprincess
20. Snickers Brownies
bakedbyanintrovert
21. Mint Brownies with Chocolate Ganache
chocolatewithgrace
22. Almond Joy Coconut Brownie Bars
sweetestmenu
23. Chocolate Crinkle Brownie Cookies
cincyshopper
24. Nutella Brownies
sallysbakingaddiction
25. Toll House Brownies
cantstayoutofthekitchen
26. Caramel Brownies
ohsweetbasil
27. Blonde Brownie
cookingwithkarli
28. Soft & Chewy Glazed Lemon Brownies
divascancook
29. Irish Cream Chocolate Brownie
wonkywonderful
30. Slow Cooker Brownie Pudding
crazyforcrust
31. Ultimate S’mores Brownies
alattefood
32. Brownie Marshmallow Crunch Bars
fromvalerieskitchen
33. Red White and Blue Brownie Pizza
jocooks
34. Funfetti White Chocolate Brownies
sweetestmenu
35. Caramel Heart Brownies
dessertfortwo
36. Chewy Red Velvet Brownies
divascancook
37. Salted Caramel Brownie Bites
therecipecritic
38. Chocolate Covered Banana Brownies
omgchocolatedesserts
39. Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Frosting
justsotasty
40. French Silk Chocolate Brownies
aspicyperspective
41. Homemade Butterscotch Brownies
eatingonadime
42. Easy One Bowl Cocoa Brownies
sweetestmenu
43. Pecan Pie Brownies
homemadeinterest
44. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownies
browneyedbaker
45. Triple Chocolate Brownie Cake
lilcookie
46. Sea Salt Nutella Brownies
nourish-and-fete
47. Crunchie bar and salted caramel brownies
sainsburysmagazine
48. Flourless Brownies
healthextremist
49. Vegan Brownies
gimmesomeoven
50. Mint Chocolate Chip Mousse Brownies
sugarhero
FAQs
When the back-of-box instructions call for water, try some instant espresso or strong-brewed coffee for roasty, toasty notes that pair impeccably with chocolate. Or use milk or half-and-half for even more richness. And for cakey instead of fudgy brownies, add an extra egg for more lift and spring.
Can you skip the egg in brownie mix? ›
Is it okay to make brownies without eggs? Without eggs, baked goods will become a little thinner and not rise as much in the oven. As long as you replace the moisture from the egg with milk, banana or applesauce, you can make brownies without eggs. And yes, this recipe makes thinner brownies than normal.
How much butter instead of oil in brownies? ›
Replacing Oil with Butter
It couldn't be easier to substitute butter for oil using a 1:1 ratio. This should work with olive, canola, vegetable, and coconut oils. Simply melt and cool the butter to room temperature, then continue with your recipe. (If the recipe calls for ½ cup oil, use ½ cup melted and cooled butter.)
How many types of brownies are there? ›
There are three distinct types of brownie recipes — fudgy, chewy, and cakey — and they each bring something a little different to the table.
What does adding an extra egg to brownie mix do? ›
If you opt to add more eggs, say double the amount, something interesting happens. Even though you are adding more moisture, the air bubbles that you catch in the extra eggs add volume, which decreases the density of your final product. This makes your brownies rise and gives them a much more cake-like texture.
What to add to brownie mix to make them better? ›
A splash of vanilla and a dash of espresso powder are just two ways to make a box of brownie mix better. With these hacks, you'll have yourself a shortcut dessert that tastes like it's made from scratch.
Can I substitute mayo for eggs? ›
Mayonnaise. If you have a jar of mayo in the fridge, you can use 3 tablespoons in place of one egg. "Mayonnaise has been used as an egg substitute because of its moistening properties and is best suited for cakes with strong flavors, like spice cakes and chocolate cakes," Tutunjian says.
Can you substitute mayo for oil in brownie mix? ›
You can use mayonnaise to replace the oil in a brownie recipe. The mayonnaise will add moisture to the brownie mix. Another option is to use melted butter and to add an extra level of flavour, use nutty brown butter.
Can I use milk instead of eggs in brownies? ›
Condensed milk is the perfect substitute for eggs in brownies because it has a consistency similar to that of an egg, and it's easy to find at any grocery store. Try using 1/3 cup of condensed milk per egg. You can use this ingredient both as an egg replacement and as a sweetener (since it's sweetened).
What happens if you use milk instead of water in brownie mix? ›
One change is to use milk or heavy cream instead of water. This change will make brownies more moist and gooey since milk is more fatty and flavorful than water. A second change is to use butter instead of oil. For similar reasons to using milk, butter adds a rich and more decadent quality to the batter.
Most brownie recipes call for some kind of oil — usually vegetable oil or canola oil. This oil acts as the primary fat in brownie batter, giving it that delicious, fudgy texture we all know and love.
Did I put too much butter in my brownies? ›
How can you tell if you've used too much? Too much butter in your baked goods would give them different texture (flat, greasy..).
What is the old version of brownies? ›
Did you know that Brownies were originally called 'Rosebuds'? Rosebuds was established in 1914 for girls to join before they became Guides. Just one year later, the name was changed to Brownies. Brownies are the second-youngest members of the Girlguiding family, for girls aged between 7 and 10.
What do Scottish brownies look like? ›
In the earliest traditions, brownies are either the same size as humans or sometimes larger, but, in later accounts, they are described as "small, wizened, and shaggy". They are often characterized as short and rotund, a description that may be related to mid-seventeenth-century Scottish descriptions of the Devil.
Does letting brownie batter sit make it better? ›
Alice Medrich, author of Seriously Bitter Sweet: The Ultimate Dessert Maker's Guide to Chocolate, writes that “refrigerating the brownie batter in the pan for several hours, or as long as two days before baking, wreaks enormous transformations: it improves the top gloss and crustiness, and it also blends the flavors so ...
What makes brownies cakey vs fudgy? ›
Fudgy brownies have a higher fat-to-flour ratio than cakey ones. So add more fat—in this case, butter and chocolate. A cakey batch has more flour and relies on baking powder for leavening. The amount of sugar and eggs does not change whether you're going fudgy or cakey.
