The Best Brownies

If you’re a die-hard brownie lover like me, this roundup is your dream come true! Whether you crave classic chocolatey richness or something with a twist (hello, cheesecake brownie bites!), these recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.

From fudgy brownie cupcakes to indulgent brookies, there’s a brownie recipe here for every craving. So, grab your favorite mixing bowl and get ready to bake up some brownie magic!

Butterscotch Cheesecake Brownies: Rich chocolate brownies swirled with creamy butterscotch cheesecake make for the ultimate decadent dessert. These bars are the perfect blend of gooey, sweet and buttery flavors.

Individual Fruit and Brownie Trifles: Layers of fresh fruit, bite-sized brownies and whipped cream come together for a beautiful, individual-sized dessert.

Coconut Caramel Brownies: Inspired by the beloved Samoas Girl Scout cookies, these brownies feature layers of chewy coconut, caramel and chocolate for a truly indulgent treat. Perfect for anyone who loves a sweet, tropical flair!

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies: Two layers of dessert heaven! Fudgy red velvet brownie is swirled with a rich cheesecake layer, giving you the best of both worlds in one show-stopping bite.

Pecan Pie Brownies: Take your brownies to the next level by topping them with a layer of gooey, nutty pecan pie filling. It’s a mashup of two classic desserts that’s perfect for any special occasion. And if you love pecan pie, don’t miss my all-time fave pecan pie bars!

German Chocolate Brownie Bites: A mini version of my favorite German chocolate cake, these bite-sized treats are packed with rich chocolate flavor and topped with a sweet coconut-pecan frosting.

Chewy Chocolate Brownie Bark: If you love the crispy edges of a brownie, this one’s for you. Thin and crispy with a deep chocolate flavor, this brownie bark is irresistibly crunchy.

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownie Bites: These adorable, bite-sized red velvet brownies are swirled with tangy cheesecake, making them the perfect poppable treat for parties or anytime snacking.

Chocolate Chip Brownie Cookies: Craving cookies and brownies? You don’t have to choose! These chocolate chip brownie cookies combine the best of both desserts into one chewy, chocolaty dessert.

Cheesecake Brownie Bites: Tiny bites of fudgy brownies with a swirl of creamy cheesecake—these are the perfect finger-friendly dessert for parties, potlucks or just treating yourself!

Brownies In a Jar: Perfect for gift-giving or packing into lunch boxes for a special treat.

Fudgy Brownie Cupcakes from Scratch: Chewy, not cakey, and perfect if you love those crispy brownie edges. Enjoy them plain, slathered with buttercream frosting or topped with your favorite ice cream for the ultimate chocolate lover’s treat!

Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies: Spice up your brownies with a fall twist! Swirls of creamy pumpkin cheesecake between layers of fudgy brownie.

Rocky Road Brownies: Homemade brownies are baked and then topped with chocolate chips, salted almonds and mini marshmallows before going back into the oven for a burst of heat that makes the marshmallows melt into the fudgy base below.

Shortbread Brownies: These snackable bars star a buttery vanilla shortbread base topped with fudgy brownies (and a few chocolate chips sprinkled in for good measure).

Christmas Brownies: Rich and fudgy brownies drizzled with chocolate and studded with sprinkles for a fun and festive treat that’s sure to be a hit during the holiday season.

Quick and Easy Skillet Brownie: This one-pan wonder is perfect for lazy days when you want a brownie fix fast. Gooey, chocolaty and served straight from the skillet—top it with no-churn vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence!

Brownie Waffles: Got 5 minutes? Then you’ve got time to whip up these brownie waffles! Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they’re a fun twist on the classic dessert.

Red Velvet Brookies: Part brownie, part cookie, all delicious! These red velvet brookies combine the rich, moist texture of a brownie with the soft chew of a red velvet cookie.

Homemade Brownies: These classic brownies are made with simple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, giving you that fudgy, chocolaty goodness we all know and love.

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies: These decadent brownies are topped with juicy strawberries drizzled with chocolate for a fruity twist on your traditional brownie recipe. Perfect for date night!

Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies: Can’t decide between cookies and brownies? These brookies are the best of both worlds, combining a chewy chocolate chip cookie dough with a rich brownie base for double the deliciousness.

How to Cut Brownies Cleanly

Master the art of achieving clean, perfect squares every time with my tips and tricks for slicing brownies—no messy edges here!

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