Fudgy Brownies with M&Ms — Colorful, Chewy Chocolate Squares
Rich, chewy M&M brownies with crisp edges and melty centers, studded with colorful candy for the perfect crowd-pleasing dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 brownies 1x
Ingredients
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup M&M candies (¾ cup in batter, ¼ cup on top)
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½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment and grease lightly.
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Melt butter and stir in sugar until glossy. Let cool 5 minutes.
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Whisk in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
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In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
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Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
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Stir in ¾ cup M&Ms and optional chocolate chips.
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Pour into pan and smooth top. Sprinkle with remaining M&Ms.
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Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
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Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use holiday-themed M&Ms for a seasonal twist. Add peanut butter or chopped nuts for variation. Store in an airtight container for 4–5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.