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Everyone wants to earn brownie points... especially if it means actually getting to eat brownies! We're thinking outside the box with these brownie fix-up ideas. You've heard of the brookie, but have you thought about mixing in potato chips and bacon? What about Guinness beer? Simply prepare 1 (18.3-oz.) box Hy-Vee deluxe chewy fudge brownie mix according to the directions. Then use the topping ideas below to mix up something even sweeter.
Cookies and Cream Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, and top with 5 cookies and cream candy bars during the last 5 minutes of baking. Sprinkle with nonpareils and let dry before serving.
Peanut Butter-Stuffed Brownies
Peanut butter and chocolate have been the perfect pair since the beginning of time. It should be no surprise that these brownies will have you drooling!
Caramel Corn Crunch
Prepare brownies according to package directions, except top batter with 2 cups caramel popcorn before baking. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted dark chocolate over cooled brownies. Let stand until chocolate sets.
Guinness Brownies
Boozy brownies topped with butterscotch frosting and pretzels make everything better. Give these brownies made with dark Guinness beer a try!
Tropical Fruit
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. If desired, stir 1/2 teaspoon Hy-Vee ground ginger into batter. Top batter with 1/2 cup Hy-Vee tropical fruit trail mix before baking.
S'more Meringue Brownies
S'mores pack crunch, gooey chocolate, and toasted marshmallow to create a recipe with all the nostalgic feels. Bake this brownie for your next get-together, and everyone will want s'more of these layered brownies!
Coconut-Almond Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Combine 2 cups Hy-Vee sweetened flake coconut and 3/4 cup Hy-Vee sweetened condensed milk; spread on cooled brownies. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Hy-Vee sliced almonds and drizzle with 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate. Let stand until chocolate sets.
Potato Chip and Bacon Brownies
Add some saltiness and crunch to your brownies with potato chips and crisp-cooked bacon.
M&M Cookie Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, except press 1/2 (16-oz.) package Hy-Vee chocolate chip cookie dough into the batter and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons mini M&M's before baking.
Grasshopper Cheesecake Brownies
Swirls of cheesecake, mint, and chocolate create this heavenly and decadent dessert.
Sweet and Salty Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, except top batter with 1/4 cup Hy-Vee dry roasted peanuts and 1/2 cup Hy-Vee tiny twists pretzels before baking. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted Hy-Vee caramels over cooled brownies. Let dry before serving.
Caramel Cookie-Stuffed Confetti Brownies
Can't decide between cookies and brownies? Now you don't have to! Everyone will love these cookie-stuffed brownies.
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Caramel Cookie-Stuffed Confetti BrowniesBlack Forest Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, except swirl 3/4 cup Hy-Vee cherry pie filling into batter before baking. Sprinkle Hy-Vee powdered sugar on brownies before serving.
Berry Patch Brownies
Add some whipped topping and fresh berries to brownies made from boxed mix for an easy and special dessert!
Fruity Cheesecake Swirled Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, except swirl 1 cup refrigerated cheesecake filling and 2 Tbsp. Hy-Vee apricot preserves into the batter; sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped Hy-Vee dried apricots before baking.
Raspberry-Pistachio Brownies
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, except top with 1/2 cup fresh raspberries and 1/4 cup chopped pistachios during the last 15 minutes of baking. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes.