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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 45 |
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For variety, add extra goodies to this simple brownie mix. It's a quick answer to dessert for a busy family or when unexpected company stops by. Ingredients:
5 cups sugar |
3 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 can (8 ounces) baking cocoa |
1 teaspoon salt |
additional ingredients (for each batch of brownies): |
1/2 cup butter, melted |
2 eggs, lightly beaten |
1 tablespoon water |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
for caramel-nut brownies: |
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping |
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted, divided |
for cherry brownies: |
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries |
1/2 cup water |
frosting of your choice, optional |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa and salt. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 5 batches (about 10 cups total).
2. To prepare basic brownies: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups brownie mix, butter, eggs, water and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 9 servings.
3. To prepare caramel-nut brownies: Prepare basic brownie batter. Pour half into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Drizzle with caramel topping and sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans. Top with remaining batter and pecans. Bake and cool as directed. Yield: 9 servings.
4. To prepare cherry brownies: In a small saucepan, bring the cherries and water to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Prepare basic brownie batter; stir in cherries. Pour mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake and cool as directed. Frost if desired. Yield: 9 servings.
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