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M&M Brownies

These M&M brownies are chewy, chocolatey, and topped with colorful candies, making them a perfect crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use real butter for best results.
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate Use baking bar or chips.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Regular sugar for sweetness.
  • 4 large eggs Let cool slightly before mixing.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder Dutch process is preferred.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup M&Ms Half in the batter, half on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
  3. Let the mixture cool slightly, then mix in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
  4. Stir in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in half the M&Ms.
  6. Spread the batter into a greased baking pan and sprinkle remaining M&Ms on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-28 minutes, until the edges are set but a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
  2. Let cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Press extra M&Ms on top right after baking for maximum color and crunch. Use a sharp knife for clean cuts.