25 Recipes to Make With Brownie Mix (That Taste Like They're From-Scratch)

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There's nothing like a trusty boxed brownie mix to satisfy your sweet tooth on a moment's notice. Need proof? The store-bought shortcut is essential to these cookies, brownies, cupcakes, pies, and more. You'll come back to these brownie mix recipes again and again.

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Banana Split-Brownie "Pizza"

portrait banana split brownie pizza

"What a fun dessert! A chocolate brownie crust is layered with creamy banana pudding, juicy fruit, and crunchy nuts in this banana split dessert pizza." —Nicole McLaughlin

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Brownie Cookie Whoopie Pies

portrait shot brownie whoopie pies

"Soft, chewy cookies with rich, chocolate brownie flavor are filled with a sweet, creamy, marshmallow filling in this tasty whoopie pie recipe using brownie mix." —NicoleMcMom

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Devil's Food Brownie Cake

a slice of dark chocolate Bundt cake on a white plate garnished with a mint sprig
Yoly

"This brownie cake made with devil's food cake mix is a decadent dessert made with only five ingredients. It is chocolaty, rich, moist, and absolutely delicious." —Yoly

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Ghirardelli Ombre Brownie Cake

Ghirardelli Ombre Brownie Cake

"This recipe was so rich with flavor!" —Marty Schemmel

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Kisses Peppermint Brownie Drops

close up view of KISSES Peppermint Brownie Drops on top of parchment paper, with a bowl with powdered sugar and a cookie in the background
HERSHEYS Kitchens

"Very good and very easy! A definite repeat." —teresa

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Pecan Pie Brownies

brownies with pecan pie topping
Allrecipes

"The pecan pie topping was so good. Overall a delicious and show stopping dessert!" —marthae

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Brookie Pancakes

Brookie Pancakes

"These pancakes are a chocolate chip cookie pancake and a brownie in one! As an added bonus, you have a pan of brownies to nosh on later!" —Julie Hubert

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Double Fudge Brownie Cookies

Double Fudge Brownie Cookies

"These decadent cookies start with a brownie mix!" —Mazola

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Oreo-Stuffed Brownies

close up view of a pile of Oreo-Stuffed Brownies on a plate
Christina

"This in great for a sweet tooth! Kids love it! Also great for a quick dessert if you have friends or family over!" —Andra'Nae

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Best-Ever Buckeye Brownies!

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Molly

"If you take it somewhere, you'd better bring the recipe with you!" —Cindy

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Caramel Pretzel Brownies

close up view of Caramel Pretzel Brownie pieces, garnished with caramel and pretzel pieces on a white platter
CoOkInGnUt

"If you love chocolate, caramel, and pretzels mixed together, you'll love these pretzel brownies." —Angie Crouch

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Brownie-Mallow Bars

Brownie-Mallow Bars

"Excellent! A combo of a rocky road brownie and Scotcharoos." —SuzieQ

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Brownie Mix-Black Bean Brownies

Stack of brownies (made with black beans) and half eaten brownie in the foreground

"You won't believe how chocolate-y and moist these brownies are. I like to make them in mini muffin cups with mini foil cupcake liners." —Mary B. Smith

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Bailey's Irish Cream Brownies

A white plate with three Bailey's Irish Cream Brownies
Meredith Food Studios

"This is a family recipe for Baileys brownies that I have been serving as a party dessert for years. They are gooey and super sweet. If you have a sweet tooth like me, this recipe is for you." —Chris Dufreche

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Caramel Popcorn Brownies

Caramel Popcorn Brownies
Allrecipes

"A thin layer of brownie is topped with popcorn, nuts, chocolate and peanut butter chips, peanuts, and caramel! They're very easy to make and you can get creative with the type of nuts or chips you use." —chelseasal

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Swirled Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Swirled Peanut Butter Cup Brownies
blmyers1984

"You really can't go wrong w/Peanut Butter and gooey chocolate, can you?" —lovestohost

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Brownie Cheesecake Cupcakes

overhead view of Brownie Cheesecake Cupcakes in tulip style cupcake liners
Grandmacancook

"These brownie-cheesecake cupcakes are similar to cheesecake-swirled brownies, but they're baked in muffin cups. They're easy to make with packaged brownie mix and a simple, no-egg cheesecake batter." —Kat

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Brownie Ice Cream Cake

close up view of Brownie Ice Cream Cake garnished with cream and shaved chocolate in a round cake pan
jmd19b

"An irresistible brownie ice cream cake recipe. There's no better taste than the chocolaty madness of brownies, fudge, and ice cream made into a cake." —LIAGIBA

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S'mores Brownies

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"These delicious brownie s'mores let you enjoy the popular campfire treat on top of a brownie. I consider myself a gourmet cook and originally thought these would just appeal to kids, but everyone loves them!" —LIZALOUISE

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Cheesecake Brownies

Cheesecake Brownies

"These cheesecake brownies are a jazzed-up version of an out-of-the-box brownie mix with an easy cheesecake topping." —Nat

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Death By Chocolate Trifle

close up view of a Death By Chocolate dessert topped with cream and chocolate in a trifle bowl
Allrecipes Magazine

"This death by chocolate trifle is a true favorite. Every time we have a church supper, I have to make this!" —LaNita

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Brownie Caramel Cheesecake

Brownie Caramel Cheesecake

"This is a great recipe that gets compliments when ever I make it. It is very rich, and worth the time and calories." —Jackie

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Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

close up view of a Peanut Butter Cup Brownie garnished with orange, yellow and brown sprinkles on a white plate
kwolff

"Ok, these were just too amazing. I almost wish I didn't make them so I wouldn't know about them, they are too easy and delicious." —OnOnRU

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Brownie Buddy Snack Mix

Brownie Buddy Snack Mix
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"A different take on a popular treat! Rice cereal coated in a mixture of melted chocolate and peanut butter is dusted in chocolate brownie mix and combined with candy and salted pretzels for a deliciously fun snack mix." —NicoleMcMom

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Black Forest Brownie Dump Cake

a high angle view looking over the edge of a blue glass 9x13 baking dish into a black forest brownie dump cake with a slice removed and plated in the background.
Linz

"This simple dump cake is super sweet and indulgent with a classic pairing of cherries and chocolate. Salted butter balances out the sweetness and adds rich flavor to the gooey chocolate brownie topping." —Nicole McLaughlin

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