25+ Best Brownie Recipes to Satisfy Your Chocolate Cravings

Sharing the best brownie recipes packed with fudgy, chocolaty treats perfect for your holiday dessert table or a cozy night in. From classic chocolate to creative mix-ins, you’ll find something for everyone!

collage of different types of brownies including fudgy brownies, chewy brownies, and cookies with chocolate chips.

Gather ’round, friends, this is a safe space for those of us who are obsessed with all the brownie recipes! I’ve collected the best brownie recipes I’ve published over the years, so now you have them all in one place, making it easy to try every one!

You’ll find everything from jazzed-up box mix brownies to from-scratch brownies, to brownie cookies, and more. Whether you love milk chocolate or dark chocolate, frosting or plain, this brownie recipe roundup has you covered.

I don’t know if there’s anything better than a rich, fudgy brownie, and as you can see I’m on a mission to try them all. They’re all easy to make with simple ingredients, with the most creative flavors. If you’re looking to take your brownie making to the next level, I’m happy to share the best brownie recipes with you!

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Classic Brownies

Better Than Box Mix Brownies

One of the most popular recipes I’ve ever published, these are the kind of brownies people pay good money for in bakeries!

Why make a box mix brownies when I'll bet you have everything on hand to make these? They really are "Better Than Box Mix" brownies! | Persnickety Plates
Better Than Box Mix Brownies
Why make a box mix brownies when I’ll bet you have everything on hand to make these? They really are “Better Than Box Mix” brownies!
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Ben & Jerry’s Fudge Brownies Recipe

If the chunks of brownie in the classic fudge brownie ice cream are your favorite part, now you can whip up an entire batch to eat on its own!

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Ben & Jerry’s Fudge Brownies Recipe
Bring Ben and Jerry’s brownie magic to your kitchen with this ultra-fudgy, chocolate-packed recipe—just 8 simple ingredients for the ultimate homemade treat.
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Ultimate Chocolate Brownies Recipe

You’re going to love the gooey melted chocolate chips in every bite!

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Ultimate Chocolate Brownies Recipe
Whip up the ultimate chocolate brownies in just 45 minutes! Rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate chips—these are the brownies your cravings have been waiting for.
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Double Chocolate Chunk Brownies – Starbucks Copycat Recipe

Starbucks may have discontinued them, but this copycat recipe means these double chocolate chunk brownies live on in your kitchen.

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Double Chocolate Chunk Brownies – Starbucks Copycat Recipe
These chocolate chunk brownies are a rich, fudgy Starbucks copycat—easy to make with no stovetop or mixer required. Big chunks, bold chocolate flavor!
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Easy Saucepan Brownies

All ingredients are combined in one saucepan over heat, which means minimal cleanup and extra fudgy brownies!

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Easy Saucepan Brownies
There's no comparing any store-bought brownie to the magic of homemade brownies, and these extra fudgy saucepan brownies are proof! With less flour than the average batch and the batter mixed on the stove, the resulting gooey brownies are downright swoon-worthy!
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Frosted Zucchini Brownies Recipe

Great for sneaking extra veggies into a school lunch box. You can’t even taste the zucchini!

Zucchini Brownies are moist and chocolaty with a simple frosting. They also happen to be dairy-free/vegan. You'll never know there's zucchini hidden in them! | www.persnicketyplates.com
Frosted Zucchini Brownies Recipe
Zucchini Brownies are moist and chocolaty with a simple frosting. They also happen to be dairy-free/vegan. You’ll never know there’s zucchini hidden in them!
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Easy Chocolate Brownies

Delicious and perfectly gooey with a flaky crust on top, your family will love these.

Super simple homemade brownie recipe that makes rich, chocolatey brownies with a perfect flaky crust | Persnickety Plates
Easy Chocolate Brownies
This super simple chocolate brownie recipe is rich and chocolatey with a perfect flaky crust and they whip up in no time. Made from scratch with cocoa, this quick recipe will become a favorite!
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Coconut Oil Dark Chocolate Brownies

Swap the butter for coconut oil in these decadent dark chocolate brownies. Then, finish with a dusting of powdered sugar!

Coconut Oil Dark Chocolate Brownies
Coconut Oil Dark Chocolate Brownies are made with coconut oil instead of butter. Only 6 simple ingredients in these “from scratch” brownies – give them a shot!
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Brownie for One

This single serve brownie is perfect for when a craving hits & you don’t feel like sharing!

Warm single serve brownie topped with vanilla ice cream in a ramekin.
Single Serve Brownie Recipe
Craving chocolate but don’t want a whole pan of brownies? This single serve brownie is rich, fudgy, and ready in minutes—no mixing bowls or messy cleanup required!
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Homemade Cosmic Brownie Recipe

A homemade copycat version of the little snack packs that taste even better than the original!

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Homemade Cosmic Brownie Recipe
This homemade Cosmic Brownie recipe is a copycat version of Little Debbie's famous treat. A chewy decadent brownie topped with a rich chocolate ganache and rainbow chips. If you liked the classic rainbow sprinkle brownies, you'll love this upgraded version even more!
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Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

Peanut butter and chocolate come together in every bite of these delicious brownies.

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Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies
Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies are so good! If you're a peanut butter + chocolate lover like me, you'll love the layer of brownie, swirl of peanut butter, and then a peanut butter frosting. Easy, from scratch, and perfect for a craving!
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Brownie Desserts

A layered dessert that includes a brownie as the base, which is perfect when you want something a little extra!

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Cosmic Brownie Lush
A cosmic brownie lush is a step above the classic cosmic brownie! We're starting with a base of rich, fudgy chocolate brownie and adding a cream cheese and chocolate pudding layer and then a chocolate ganache adorned with rainbow sprinkles. You can't get any more decadent or delicious!
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Fudgy Chocolate Cosmic Brownie Pie

A flaky pie crust with a brownie filling is like a chocolate pie but better!

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Fudgy Chocolate Cosmic Brownie Pie
Fudgy Chocolate Cosmic Brownie Pie has a rich chocolate brownie filling in a flaky pie crust topped with a creamy chocolate ganache and sprinkled with rainbow chips. Serve it at room temperature or warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat with a nostalgic twist!
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Strawberry Brownie Delight

Chocolate brownies and strawberries are another flavor combination that can’t be missed, especially when whipped topping is involved.

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Strawberry Brownie Delight
This easy Strawberry Brownie Delight is a fantastic layered dessert with fudgy brownie, whipped topping, slices of juicy, fresh strawberries, all drizzled with chocolate. Delightful, indeed!
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Easy Brownie Batter Dip

A no-bake dessert dip that tastes just like brownie batter is the answer to your brownie cravings when you don’t actually want to bake any brownies!

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Easy Brownie Batter Dip (No-Bake!)
Easy brownie batter dip is the perfect dessert dip for your next family movie night or when you need a quick and easy chocolate craving fix! This no-bake dip is made in 10 minutes without any raw eggs and is creamy, luscious, and perfectly safe to eat. Serve with fresh fruit, cookies, pretzels, and any of your favorite dippers!
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Brownie Bottom Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Using a layer of brownie as a crust for a peanut butter cheesecake may look fancy, but it’s actually quite easy to make!

peanut butter brownie cheesecake drizzled with chocolate.
Brownie Bottom Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Brownie Bottom Peanut Butter Cheesecake – a layer of brownie topped with a creamy peanut butter cheesecake and drizzled with chocolate. A chocolate + peanut butter lovers dream!
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Peanut Butter Caramel Brownie Magic Bars

Peanut butter cup topping and a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk make these gooey brownies even better!

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Peanut Butter Caramel Brownie Magic Bars
Gooey, sweet Peanut Butter Caramel Brownie Magic Bars – a sinful & easy treat!
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Peanut Butter Brownie Bites

These bite-sized treats made in a mini muffin tin are great for party platters, potlucks, and the holidays!

Peanut Butter Brownie Bites
Peanut Butter Brownie Bites are a delicious mini treat, perfect for get togethers or any holiday season. These chewy brownies are filled with a creamy peanut butter sauce that is heaven in a tiny bite!
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Brownie Cookies

A cookie with a chewy brownie texture filled with colorful M&Ms and even more chocolate!

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Chewy M&M Brownie Cookies
Chewy brownie M&M cookies are filled with chocolate chips and M&Ms. These simple cookies are made from scratch but mix up quickly. You don't even need a mixer!
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Cosmic Brownie Cookies

A twist on the classic cosmic brownies, these are a fudgy chocolate cookie with chocolate buttercream and rainbow sprinkles on top.

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Cosmic Brownie Cookies
Cosmic Brownie Cookies – soft, fudgy chocolate cookie base topped with a rich and decadent homemade chocolate buttercream with fun rainbow chips. It's nostalgia in a cookie!
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Olive Oil and Sea Salt Brownie Cookies

Made with simple ingredients, we’re giving these brownie cookies a sweet and salty combination.

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Olive Oil & Sea Salt Brownie Cookies
Olive Oil and Sea Salt Brownie Cookies are what happens when you turn a rich and fudgy, chewy brownie into cookie form. This easy, from scratch, chocolate brownie cookie is made with cocoa powder, olive oil, and just a few other kitchen staples, and then sprinkled with sea salt for the perfect balance.
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Brownies + Cookies = Brookies!

Made with a thick layer of chocolate chip cookie sitting on top of a brownie. It doesn’t get any better!

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Brownies + Cookies = BROOKIES!
A layer of brownie + a layer of chocolate chip cookie = all my dreams come true in a thick and chewy Brookie!
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Peanut Butter Brookies

When you can’t choose between a brownie and a peanut butter cookie, have both!

Peanut Butter Brookies - a layer of brownie topped with a layer of peanut butter cookies - the best of both worlds! | Persnickety Plates AD
Peanut Butter Brookies
A layer of brownie topped with a layer of peanut butter cookie come together in a perfect brookie union.
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Brookie Cheesecake Cups

Chocolate chip cookie cups stuffed with a cream cheese filling and a brownie on top are a dessert-lover’s dream!

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Brookie Cheesecake Cups
Brookie cheesecake cups are a handheld layered dessert made with a chocolate chip cookie crust, a cream cheese middle, and a brownie top! This is a dessert we all deserve because it is out-of-this-world good and the fact that it's homemade but not at all from scratch makes it feel all the more indulgent and just the right amount of cheeky!
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Holiday Brownies

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Make these festive, chewy, red velvet brownies with a cheesecake topping for your dessert table!

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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are made from scratch but so easy! A rich, red velvet brownie topped with a creamy cheesecake topping – swirled together for a dessert that is as pretty as it is delicious!
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Christmas Brownies

The red and green swirled cream cheese topping makes these brownies the epitome of a Christmas dessert!

sliced red & green swirled cheesecake brownies
Christmas Brownies
Christmas Brownies are a festive and delicious way to celebrate the season. A from-scratch brownie layer topped with a red & green swirled cream cheese layer come together to make a rich brownie that will make kids and adults happy.
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Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Dark cocoa powder makes the brownies black! A fun contrast to the vibrant orange cheesecake layer, perfect for Halloween!

orange & black halloween brownies.
Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies have a layer of rich, dark chocolate brownie topped with a layer of orange cheesecake then swirled together for a spooky treat.
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FAQs

What’s the difference between a fudgy brownie and a cakey brownie?

Fudgy brownies will have more butter (or oil) and sugar than flour. Cakey brownies will contain more flour, baking powder, and require the eggs and sugar to be beaten.

What pan works best for brownies?

It really depends on the recipe. I’ve recently moved to metal pans and prefer them over glass.

The most common size pan for brownies is the 8×8 pan. This allows for even baking and a good thickness. You can also use a 9×9 pan; however, your brownies will be a bit thinner.

How do I know when my brownies are fully baked?

Most often, they’ll look a bit underdone, and that’s ok, especially if they’re extra fudgy! The last thing you want to do is overbake them. The best way to know is to insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out mostly clean, and the edges of the brownies are set, they’re ready.

Can I freeze baked brownies?

Absolutely! That’s why I always say make a double batch if you can. Once they’re completely cooled, you can stack them in a freezer bag, separated by parchment paper, and freeze them for up to 2 months.

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