45 Decadent Brownie Recipes You've Got to Bake
- Olive Oil & Pistachio Brownies
- Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
- Ultimate S’mores Brownies
- Easy Chocolate Orange Brownies
- Cookie Dough Brownies
- Midnight Diablo Brownies
- Almond Joy Brownies
- Gluten Free Tiramisu Brownies
- Triple Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
- Caramel Brownies
- Black Bourbon Walnut Brownies with Maple-Candied Bacon
- Miso Brownies
- French Silk Pie Brownies
- M&M Chocolate Frosted Brownies
- Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies
- Grain Free Tahini Brownies
- Superfood Brownies
- Chocolate Mint Brownies
- Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies
- Mexican Brownies
- Buttered Popcorn Crunch Brownies
- Salted Caramel and Pecan Turtle Brownies
- Rosewater Brownies with Cardamom Tahini Frosting
- Dulche De Leche Pecan Brownies
- Earl Grey Chocolate Brownies with Lemon Sugar
- Boozy Irish Brownies with Irish Cream Whiskey Ganache
- Zucchini Brownies
- German Chocolate Brownies
- Nutella Brownies
- Paleo Double Chocolate Beet Brownies
- Espresso Chocolate Chunk Brownies
- Rocky Road Brownies
- Toffee Chip Brownies
- Matcha Brownies
- Cookies and Cream Stuffed Brownies
- Gingersnap Molasses Brownies
- Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
- Peanut Butter Banana Brownies
- Oreo Brownies
- Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies
- One Bowl Blueberry Brownies
- Brownie Bites
- Ultimate Butterfinger Brownies
- Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Brownies
- Triple Layer Rice Krispie Brownies
Olive Oil & Pistachio Brownies
Olive oil replaces butter in these ultra-rich fudge-a-rific brownies that are topped with crunchy pistachios and sea salt for a delightful savory finish. Easy to make—and even easier to devour, they’re good for up to 5 days when stored properly (though they probably won’t last that long). Get the recipe here.
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
No need to wait ’til Valentine’s Day to whip up these decadent red velvet cheesecake brownies. With a gorgeous marbled surface, deep red hue and soft texture, they’ll make anyone fall in love at first bite. Get the recipe here.
Ultimate S’mores Brownies
Gooey chocolate brownies get a mouthwatering upgrade with graham crackers and a golden marshmallow-chocolate topping in this easy s’mores-style recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
Easy Chocolate Orange Brownies
Add some tang to everyday chocolate brownies with this simple recipe that incorporates a combination of orange zest and juice in the batter and uses freshly sliced oranges as a decorative topping.
Cookie Dough Brownies
Can’t decide between cookies or brownies? This recipe puts both of them on display with a classic brownie base and egg-less cookie dough topping. Just try not to eat all the cookie dough before you assemble them!
Midnight Diablo Brownies
If you’ve never tasted chocolate and chili pepper together, you’re in for a real treat. In this recipe, they combine in deliciously fudgy dark chocolate brownies that also have a double dose of black and Dutch cocoa powder.
Almond Joy Brownies
If you’re a fan of classic Almond Joy chocolate bars, you’ll love this brownie’d up version that also happens to be paleo, gluten-free and made without refined sugar. The chocolate batter gets topped with a scrumptious coconut layer, plus melted chocolate and crunchy almonds to boot. Get the recipe here.
Gluten Free Tiramisu Brownies
These show-stopping gluten-free tiramisu brownies are the ultimate compromise between two beloved Italian and American desserts. To keep with the theme, the brownies are flavored with espresso, and the tiramisu topping is perfectly creamy with a dusting of cocoa powder on top. Get the recipe here.
Triple Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
These triple chocolate raspberry brownies are dark, decadent, and fudgy. Tart raspberries cut through the richness with their tart flavor, while white chocolate chips add an extra pop of color and sweetness. Get the recipe here.
Caramel Brownies
Take everyday chocolate brownies to another level by stuffing them with an oozing homemade salted caramel. It’s actually super easy to make yourself, and the rich, flavorful results are worth the effort. Get the recipe here.
Black Bourbon Walnut Brownies with Maple-Candied Bacon
Bacon makes everything taste better, doesn’t it? In this triple-threat brownie, you’ve got maple-candied bacon, bourbon whiskey and toasted walnuts for a major flavor combo. Perfect for the adults-only events you have planned! Get the recipe here.
Miso Brownies
White miso adds the perfect hint of umami flavor to these rich black cocoa brownies. Its subtle savory flavor is found in both the batter and the white glaze, for the ultimate sweet and salty combination. Get the recipe here.
French Silk Pie Brownies
French silk pie filling tops classic chocolate brownies in this hybrid recipe that packs an ultra chocolaty punch. With a traditional whipped topping and chocolate shavings, it gets extra points for presentation and comfort.
M&M Chocolate Frosted Brownies
These chocolate brownies are ultra moist and buttery, with a dark chocolate base, smooth ganache topping and mini M&M’s to finish. Cute and colorful, they’re the perfect dessert to bring to birthday parties, bake sales and more. Get the recipe here.
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies
Strawberries and chocolate are a tried and true combination, and they pair up marvelously in this easy and impressive recipe. With a lush topping of fresh strawberries and melted chocolate wafers, regular chocolate brownies take on a whole new gourmet identity.
Grain Free Tahini Brownies
Tahini’s not just for hummus anymore. In this grain-free, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly brownie recipe, the popular Middle Eastern condiment adds a distinct tangy depth of flavor to the batter. Topped with a melted chocolate drizzle, they’re sure to become a fave with the whole family.
Superfood Brownies
These superfood brownies are made with gluten-free flour and tart goji berries for a healthy kick of antioxidants. Requiring just 10 min. of prep time, they bake in the oven to chocolaty perfection and are topped with a gourmet sprinkling of sea salt for extra flavor. Get the recipe here.
Chocolate Mint Brownies
These chocolate mint brownies are like a bigger, better, richer version of Andes mints. With a classic brownie base, thick layer of mint cream and a chocolate glaze, they’re the perfect combination of chewy, fudgy and refreshing. Get the recipe here.
Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies
These fudgy sweet potato brownies happen to be both vegan and gluten-free, making them a healthier alternative to the classic version but no less tasty. Naturally sweetened, they get a nice crunch from chopped pecans and are also specked with dairy-free chocolate chips. Get the recipe here.
Mexican Brownies
These chocolate brownies might look ordinary, but underneath the crinkled top layer, you’ll find a traditional Mexican flavor profile, with the addition of cayenne pepper and cinnamon. They’re not overly spicy in flavor but with just enough complexity to be tasty and interesting. Get the recipe here.
Buttered Popcorn Crunch Brownies
If you love sweet and savory flavor combos, you have to try these buttered popcorn crunch brownies, topped with a melted chocolate drizzle. It might sound like an odd creation, but it’s actually utterly delicious. Get the recipe here.
Salted Caramel and Pecan Turtle Brownies
Chocolate, pecan and caramel turtles were a childhood fave from the corner candy store. Rediscover the familiar combination of sweet, crunchy flavors and signature chewy texture in brownie version with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Rosewater Brownies with Cardamom Tahini Frosting
Flecked with dried edible rose petals, this unique and sophisticated recipe adds a delightful floral flavor to chocolate brownies with a bit of rosewater. Topped with a cardamom tahini frosting, they’re guaranteed to impress.
Dulche De Leche Pecan Brownies
Dulche de leche is the crème de la crème of Latin American confections, and here it’s used as a mouthwatering drizzle for chocolate brownies, accompanied by crumbled pretzels for a savory complement. Get the recipe here.
Earl Grey Chocolate Brownies with Lemon Sugar
Didn’t finish your pot of tea? Use your leftover Earl Grey to add a boost of flavor to chocolate brownies, then drizzle with a super simple, super yummy lemon sugar drizzle on top. Get the recipe here.
Boozy Irish Brownies with Irish Cream Whiskey Ganache
Taste the “luck of the Irish”, with these boozy brownies, infused with the flavor of Irish whiskey and Bailey’s Irish cream. Both are used in the white chocolate ganache topping, while whiskey sneaks some more flavor into the simple chocolate batter. Get the recipe here.
Zucchini Brownies
Zucchini is the secret ingredient your brownies have been missing. Not only does it impart an incredibly moist texture, but it also adds a healthy dose of vegetables to reach your 5-a-day. No one said you couldn’t get your veggies from dessert… Get the recipe.
German Chocolate Brownies
There is nothing inherently German about these German chocolate brownies, but we’re not complaining. The sweet, textured coconut pecan frosting works perfectly on a classic brownie base and is easy to prepare. Get the recipe here.
Nutella Brownies
The nutty flavors and creaminess of Nutella find a delicious home in these 30-minute brownies that will satisfy your chocolate cravings in every bite. This recipe makes enough for 12 and the ingredients can be adapted to different diets, if necessary.
Paleo Double Chocolate Beet Brownies
Pureed beets and creamy avocado add extra richness and a moist, buttery texture to these bite-sized double chocolate brownies. Paleo-friendly and naturally sweetened, they’re made with the help of your blender and baked in a mini muffin tin! Get the recipe here.
Espresso Chocolate Chunk Brownies
These wonderfully fudgy brownies are infused with a hit of espresso flavor and rich melted chocolate chunks for extra decadence. With an impeccably chewy texture and gooey interior, they make it quite difficult to stop at just one. Get the recipe here.
Rocky Road Brownies
Gooey melted marshmallows, almonds and chocolate chips sit atop a rich brownie base in this finger-lickin’ good recipe. Topped with an easy 4-ingredient chocolate frosting, they’re guaranteed to deliver on flavor and indulgence.
Toffee Chip Brownies
Double the fun, double the chips—this recipe uses a combination of chocolate and toffee chips for even more delicious flavor and crunch. With just 10 min. of prep and 35 min. in the oven, it’s the perfect sweet treat to prepare on the fly.
Matcha Brownies
Matcha powder is used as both a flavor enhancer and natural food coloring in these deliciously fudgy brownies that come together with just 9 ingredients. Specked with white chocolate chips, they’re sure to be a hit for any occasion. Get the recipe here.
Cookies and Cream Stuffed Brownies
Cookies and cream candy bars are sandwiched between two layers of brownie in these double chocolate delights. The batter can be made in your stand mixer for easy peasy preparation, and all you need is about an hour from start to finish. Get the recipe here.
Gingersnap Molasses Brownies
Craving the warm spices of gingersnap cookies but also the richness of chocolaty brownies? Make both! These gingersnap molasses brownies combine the best of both worlds in one delectable fell swoop. Get the recipe here.
Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
These incredibly fudgy brownies get a healthy dose of fiber from the addition of canned black beans. They’re also completely flour-less, making them an excellent gluten-free dessert option. Get the recipe here.
Peanut Butter Banana Brownies
These peanut butter banana brownies are not only vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free but also ridiculously easy to prepare. All you need is a high-powered blender to combine the batter ingredients, then dollop on some peanut butter and swirl for a pretty topping. Done and done. Get the recipe here.
Oreo Brownies
Oreos are always a good idea when it comes to baked goods! In this easy-to-make recipe, they’re baked into the center of chocolate brownies and used as a crunchy topping for extra chocolaty goodness.
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies
Give your brownies a scrumptious and stunning makeover by topping them with swirled raspberry cheesecake. Make sure you prepare them in advance so they have time to set in the refrigerator before everyone devours them. Get the recipe here.
One Bowl Blueberry Brownies
Antioxidant-rich blueberries sneak into these one-bowl brownies, adding moisture, natural sweetness and a slightly acidic flavor. With easy preparation and a short bake time, you can be digging into their deliciousness in no time. Get the recipe here.
Brownie Bites
You’ve probably had chocolate lava cakes before, but what about getting that same wow-worthy oozing chocolate display in mini brownies?! This recipe makes them with three kinds of chocolate, plus Dutch cocoa powder and sea salt flakes for a subtle savory hit.
Ultimate Butterfinger Brownies
Butterfingers aren’t just for snacking—with this recipe, you can bake them into ultra fudgy, ultra satisfying chocolate brownies. The crispy peanut butter filling blends right in to the chocolate batter for a flavor combo that might have you saying “PB and who”?
Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Brownies
For a more classic brownie-cheesecake experience, turn to this no-fail recipe that opts for the familiar flavors of both treats and combines them into a marbled delicacy decorated with chocolate chips.
Triple Layer Rice Krispie Brownies
Three is definitely not a crowd in these crowd-pleasing triple layer rice krispie brownies! With a classic, easy brownie base, followed by a layer of creamy cheesecake, and topped off with peanut butter-chocolate-Nutella covered rice krispies, it’s definitely one of the most decadent brownies you’ve ever seen. Get the recipe here.
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