Last Updated on March 27, 2022
Wanting an easy way to make brownies? Have some extra cake mix in your pantry? This article will tell you how to make brownies from cake mix.
Brownies are a favorite dessert among many. Their delicious, fudgy texture makes them irresistible. Making brownies from cake mix is simple and creates a tasty dessert.
Cake mix brownies are the perfect solution if you are craving brownies, but don’t have all the ingredients for them. Cake mix provides the brownies with a delicious chocolate flavor. You’ll also love how easy they are to make.
Benefits of Using Cake Mix
Not only is using cake mix easy, but it is effective in achieving delicious brownies. When using a cake mix, you don’t have to add more dry ingredients. This will save you time, as all the dry ingredients are already measured out and mixed together.
Using a fudgy chocolate cake mix will help you get that amazing fudgy taste brownies are famous for. Cake mix is also great to use because it has a long shelf life. Cake mix typically lasts for four to five months.
Cake mix is generally cheap to buy. You can buy a box of cake mix for only a couple of dollars. This will save you the hassle of buying all the separate ingredients if you don’t do a lot of baking or don’t have the time to make things from scratch.
In addition to making cake and brownies with cake mix, you can also make cookies from cake mix. Cake mix is versatile, as you can make many different desserts with it. Keeping cake mix around is great if you want to make quick and delicious desserts.
What You Will Need to Follow This Brownies From Cake Mix Recipe
To make cake mix brownies recipe, you will need:
- 1 box chocolate fudge cake mix
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips or walnuts (optional)
To prepare these brownies, you will need a:
- 9-inch square pan (glass or metal)
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Cooking spray
- Rubber Spatula
Step By Step Instructions
Step One: Preheat the Oven and Grease the Pan
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the pan with cooking spray.
Step Two: Beat the Ingredients
Using an electric mixer, beat the cake mix, eggs, and oil. Beat the mixture on low speed until it is smooth. You may beat the ingredients together by hand if desired.
Step Three: Add Chocolate Chips or Walnuts
If desired, gently mix in the chocolate chips or walnuts until fully incorporated into the mix.
Step Four: Bake the Brownies
Using a rubber spatula, pour the brownies into the greased pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Insert a toothpick to see if it’s cooked if it is cooked the toothpick will come out clean.
Allow the brownies to cool for 30 minutes. Cut the brownies and serve.
If you want some additional flavor and texture, adding walnuts or chocolate chips is a great addition to these brownies. You can even add both of them if you like. However, you don’t have to add anything to your brownies either.
Tips and Tricks
When making brownies, it is best to use eggs that have reached room temperature. Cold eggs can lead to too dense of texture and won’t incorporate into the batter as well as room temperature eggs. It is best to let your eggs sit out for at least half an hour before adding them to your brownie mixture.
To help the brownies get out of the pan easier, you can add parchment or wax paper after greasing your pan. Not only will it make the brownies easier to get out, but it will help prevent any brownie from sticking.
Though it is recommended to use a chocolate fudge cake mix, you can use any of your favorite chocolate cake mixes. Devil’s food cake mix can be great for extra chocolatey brownies. You can even try it with a German cake mix too.
Make sure not to overbeat the batter while mixing it. Overbeating the batter will result in brownies with a more cake-like texture that is less chewy. You only need to mix the batter for as long it takes for the ingredients to be fully combined.
This brownie recipe is great because it is versatile. You can add chocolate chips and walnuts, but you can also add in much more. Try it with some of your favorite candies or add some cookie dough, even try it with some cheesecake swirls.
You can also add more toppings to brownies after they bake. Ice cream is a classic topping that pairs perfectly with a warm brownie. Topping with frosting, caramel sauce or chocolate sauce is another great option too.
Be sure to wait to serve the brownies until they have cooled for about thirty minutes. This will give the brownies a better tasting flavor and texture. The brownies will still be a bit warm and they will have a great texture.
These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. They can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. They can also be stored in the freezer for up to four months wrapped in aluminum foil.
How to Make Brownies From Cake Mix
Equipment
- 9-inch square pan (glass or metal)
- Large mixing bowl
- Cooking spray
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate fudge cake mix
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips or walnuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Grease the Pan - Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the pan with cooking spray.
- Beat the Ingredients - Using an electric mixer, beat the cake mix, eggs, and oil. Beat the mixture on low speed until it is smooth. You may beat the ingredients together by hand if desired.
- Add Chocolate Chips or Walnuts - If desired, gently mix in the chocolate chips or walnuts until fully incorporated into the mix.
- Bake the Brownies - Using a rubber spatula, pour the brownies into the greased pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Insert a toothpick to see if it’s cooked if it is cooked the toothpick will come out clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool for 30 minutes. Cut the brownies and serve.
- If you want some additional flavor and texture, adding walnuts or chocolate chips is a great addition to these brownies. You can even add both of them if you like. However, you don’t have to add anything to your brownies either.
Notes
The Perfect Cake Mix Brownies
If you are wanting to make brownies but don’t have the ingredients for brownies, cake mix is the perfect solution. It can make delightfully fudgy chocolate brownies. Brownies are a dessert that your friends and family are sure to love.
Though brownies may not be the first thing you think of when buying cake mix, it is a great use for it. When making brownies from cake mix, you don’t have to add any dry ingredients, only wet ingredients.
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Karen is a passionate pastry chef who loves to create delicious baked goods. She has been in the culinary arts for over 10 years, honing her skills and perfecting her craft. Karen is known for her creativity and attention to detail, creating unique desserts that bring a smile to everyone’s face. She is always looking for ways to challenge herself and come up with new recipes that are both tasty and visually appealing. Karen loves to experiment with different flavors and textures, and she is committed to providing the highest quality of products to her customers.