Fudgy Crinkle Top M&M Brownies

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These are the easiest Fudgy Crinkle Top M&M Brownies. They are truly some of the best brownies! Every bite is rich and decadent, extra chocolatey, perfectly chewy, and oh so fudgy. Made with only a handful of ingredients: flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, butter, bittersweet chocolate, and (of course!) lots of M&M’s! Truly the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. The best part? These brownies can easily be made to fit ANY season/holiday. There’s just SO MUCH to love about these sweet M&M Brownies. Simple ingredients, takes only minutes to prep, and a real crowd pleaser. SO. GOOD.

About The Recipe

We are back with another brownie recipe and…let me just say, it might be our best yet!

As many of you know by now, my mom and I are absolute chocoholics. We love anything and everything to do with chocolate. Honestly, M&M’s have always been our go-to candy! And, what’s better than a good M&M brownie? We all know ’em, we all love ’em.

But, to level up the flavor of the brownie we all remember from childhood, my mom and I tweaked our classic brownie to give you a dessert that’s better than any other brownie recipe.

Of course, the first thing we had to do was add more chocolate! I mean, the more chocolate…the better, right? Then, we added an extra egg. Why?

Well, eggs add richness and make these brownies even more decadent.

Annnd finally…a whole bag of M&M’s!! Yep. You read that right. A whole bag (10 oz!) of sweet chocolate candy.

Every bite is the perfect combination of flavors and textures. It’s chewy, fudgy, a little crunchy, and not too sweet. It’s truly the perfect dessert/snack for every occasion.

The best part? These brownies are SO simple to mix up. All you need is a few mixing bowls, a whisk, and a pan. That’s it!

Minimal ingredients, only minutes to prep, and absolutely delicious.

What Makes These The BEST M&M Brownies

• This recipe uses melted chocolate instead of cocoa powder to create a more intense chocolate flavor, as well as making them more fudgy!
• Super simple to make.
• Tastes BETTER than store-bought.
• Ready in less than an hour!
• To fit the upcoming holiday, you can use holiday themed M&M’s to make these brownies more decorative!
• Extra chocolatey and SO delicious.

Equipment Needed

• Mixing Bowls
• Whisk
• Rubber Spatula
• 9 Inch Square Pan
• Cake Tester

Ingredients

Full ingredient amounts and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Bittersweet Chocolate – Ours is 60% cocoa which makes these brownies rich, decadent, and delicious.
• Salted Butter – Using melted butter creates the rich and fudgy texture that equals the perfect brownie every time.
• Large Eggs – add richness and moisture, as well as acting as a binder and giving these brownies a bit of lift.
• Granulated Sugar – perfectly sweetens these brownies.
• Vanilla Extract – rounds off the flavor in these brownies and really makes them taste SO GOOD!
• All-Purpose Flour – has just the right amount of protein to give these brownies the perfect texture.
• M&M’s – add some extra chocolatey goodness, as well as a bit of crunch to every bite!

How To Make M&M Brownies (Step-by-Step!)

Step 1: Prepare batter

Combine chocolate and butter in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 15 second increments, stirring after each, until melted and smooth. Set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla.

Whisk in chocolate mixture.

Stir in flour.

Fold in M&M’s.

Step 2: Bake

Pour into pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or to desired degree of doneness.

How To Tell When Brownies Are Perfectly Baked

We found that, with these brownies in particular, using a cake tester or tooth pick is the best way to tell when they’re perfectly baked. After inserting the cake tester, it should still be a little damp with maybe one or two crumbs on it.

This means that the brownies are still fudge-y and moist, while being just barely baked!

Mix-In Ideas

Looking to spice things up a bit? Here are a few additions to add to your brownies to make them even MORE delicious!

• Add nuts! It’s a super simple way to add flavor and texture. Walnuts, pecans, or peanuts make a delicious addition to these brownies.
• Caramel pieces/chunks can add gooey goodness to these brownies.
• Chopped Oreos
• Peppermint Pieces
• Chopped Candies (Snickers or Twix are our favs!)
• Shredded Coconut

How To Store

Since these brownies are so moist, it’s best to keep them in a zip-top bag or airtight container and in the fridge for 5-7 days. You can also store them in the freezer in a freezer safe bag for up to 2 months!

Substitutions

• Semi-sweet chocolate can be used in place of bittersweet chocolate, but keep in mind that the chocolate flavor will not be as strong.
• Seasonal M&M’s can be used to make these brownies more festive!
• To add extra flavor, try using your favorite filled M&M’s: peanut butter, caramel, brownie, etc.

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Expert Tips

• Be careful to not over-mix the brownie batter.
• If you’re worried the brownies may stick, place a piece of parchment in the bottom of your pan and spray with baking spray!
• These brownies are very fudgy. If you like them a little more done, leave in an additional 5 minutes.
• To get clean slices, be sure to wipe off your knife after each cut!

When you make these Fudgy Crinkle Top M&M Brownies, leave a comment down below! We love hearing from you and answering any questions you might have! Also, be sure to tag us on social media and hashtag it #BakersTable.

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