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    Easy M&M Brownies

    Published: Sep 4, 2020 · Modified: Jul 25, 2022 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    Let’s just admit it: brownies are THE best dessert! Fudgy, cake like or gourmet, the chocolate goodness just tops off any meal perfectly! This M&M Brownies recipe takes your average brownie recipe up a notch! Add in brownie M&Ms and you have a phenomenal dessert experience. You'll also love these Football Brownies.

    These easy M&M Brownies from Mess for Less and chewy, fudgy and delicious. So much great chocolate flavor!
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    • Why these M&M Brownies are amazing
    • Ingredients
    • How to make M and M Brownies
    • 📖 Recipe
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Why these M&M Brownies are amazing

    • They are made with brownie M&M's making them filled with even more brownie goodness
    • These easy homemade brownies taste way better than store bought
    • So much chocolaty goodness!
    M&M Brownies

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups sugar
    • ½ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • Brownie m&m’s
    ingredients for M&M brownies

    How to make M and M Brownies

    First, preheat the oven to 350°F. In a pan, melt the butter over low heat. Once the butter is melted, turn off the heat, add the cocoa powder, and stir until combined. Pour the butter and cocoa mixture into a bowl that contains the sugar.

    making M&M brownies

    Add eggs and vanilla to the bowl and mix well.

    brownie batter

    Add baking powder to flour in a bowl and stir to combine. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet mixture. Stir until combined.

    making brownies

    Pour the batter into a silicone or non-stick pan 8x8 pan.

    brownie batter in a pan

    Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean. Immediately stick the brownie M&M’s on top of the brownies. The heat will act as a glue. Let the brownies fully cool before cutting them into squares.

    m&m brownies

    You know what’s next: ENJOY this tasty treat!

    If your kids are anything like mine, they will be fighting over who gets the brownie with the most M&M's. But don't worry, whatever piece you get will be amazing!

    homemade m&m brownies

    📖 Recipe

    Easy M&M Brownies

    These easy M&M Brownies from Mess for Less and chewy, fudgy and delicious. So much great chocolate flavor!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 335kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Ingredients

    • 2 sticks Butter
    • 2 cups sugar
    • ½ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • Brownie m&m’s

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    • In a pan, melt the butter over low heat.
    • Turn off the heat and add the cocoa powder. Stir until combined.
    • Pour butter/cocoa mixture into a bowl with the sugar.
    • Add eggs and vanilla.
    • Mix well.
    • Add baking powder to a bowl with the flour and mix to combine. Slowly add it to the wet mixture. Stir until combined.
    • Pour the batter into the silicone or non-stick pan.
    • Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
    • Immediately stick the brownie M&M’s on top of the brownies. The heat will act as a glue.
    • Let fully cool before cutting into squares.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I just use regular M&M's in this brownie recipe?

    Of course, you can use whatever variety you have on hand. But I must say, if you have never tried Brownie M&M's you are in a for a treat. Fudgy brownie filling in each bite! These brownies would also be amazing with caramel flavored M&M's, peanut butter M&M's, and English toffee peanut M&M's. So many possibilities!

    Can I add nuts to these M & M brownies?

    These are great with nuts! You can add ½ cup of nuts to this recipe. The best nuts to add are walnuts or pecans.

    How to store M&M brownies?

    You can store these in an air tight container on the counter for 3 days. If you keep them in the refrigerator, they will last a week.

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    Comments

    1. Amanda Marie Boyle

      September 05, 2020 at 8:51 am

      5 stars
      So good. I have a box of M&Ms I'm trying to resist opening, but will for this!

    2. Alexandra

      September 05, 2020 at 12:33 am

      5 stars
      These are so much fun and delicious! The kids loved them!!

    3. Suzy

      September 05, 2020 at 12:06 am

      5 stars
      My kids had so much fun helping me make these bars! Loved the candy on top!

    4. Nart at Cooking with Nart

      September 04, 2020 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      These brownies were realy easy to make and my nephews are niece love them!

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