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February 19, 2016
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Make tasty fudgy brownies for a crowd! This collection of our best brownies has it all. Try a classic buttermilk brownie or opt for divine chocolate brownies. Want something new? Fruit-infused brownies add tartness to the sweet dessert, and a splash of alcohol pumps up the richness of brownie recipes. Peanuts and other nuts give crunch to the chewy brownie classics. Time to get baking!
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Dark Chocolate Brownies

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These brownies are for lovers of fudgy dark chocolate. The batter is thick, but it spreads easily into the pan. The ultimate finale? Topping each bar with melting vanilla ice cream and hot fudge.

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Orange-Kissed Chocolate Brownies

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A teaspoon of shredded orange peel and a few tablespoons of orange juice add tangy citrus flavor to sweet double-chocolate brownies.

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Peanut Butter Brownies

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Peanut butter and chocolate were made for each other. Give dessert-lovers a preview of what's inside these rich brownies by cutting mini peanut butter cups in half and pressing them into the peanut butter-flavor topping.

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Fudgy Brownies

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Get to the basics. This classic fudgy brownie has everything you love (chocolate, chopped nuts, and optional cream cheese frosting) without a shopping trip for ingredient extras.

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Video: How to Make the Perfect Brownie

Watch how to build a better brownie! Check out our Test Kitchen tips here.

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Fudgy Cherry and Port Brownies

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They may have a tailgating reputation, but chocolate brownies can fit in at an elegant occasion, too. A splash of port and tangy raspberries contribute to the extraordinary flavor in these eat-with-your-pinkies-up brownies.

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White Chocolate Brownies

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White chocolate and crunchy macadamia nuts give classic brownies the best kind of makeover. Bonus: They take just 15 minutes of hands-on time.

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Incredible Turtle Brownies

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With lots of chocolate, homemade caramel sauce, and toasted pecans, this brownie recipe is impossible to resist.

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Marbled Chocolate-Pumpkin Brownies

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You don't have to wait for fall to enjoy pumpkin. Canned pumpkin puree gives a sweet-tart boost to classic chocolate brownies, adding a gorgeous layer to your baked goodies.

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Creme de Menthe Brownies

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Finish dinner on a cooling note with a layer of fresh mint filling spread between a dark chocolate brownie and a creamy dark chocolate ganache.

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Cream Cheese-Marbled Brownies

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A swirl of cream cheese makes pecan-topped chocolate brownies beautiful and tasty. Toasting the pecans brings out their rich flavor.

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Peanutty Brownie Bars

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Layers of semisweet chocolate glaze and sweet peanut butter frosting top this chocolaty peanut-filled brownie.

 

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Butterscotch Brownies

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Make the best brownies without a drop of chocolate! Opt for homemade butterscotch alongside shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and gooey marshmallows for a twist on standard brownies.

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Magic Brownies

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The magic is in the simplicity of this office-favorite brownie recipe. Chopped walnuts provide the crunch inside this classic chocolate brownie batter.

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Espresso Brownies

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Coffee enhances the flavor of the chocolate in these dense brownies. Go over the top with a finishing sprinkle of chopped chocolate-covered coffee beans.

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Caramel-Swirl Brownies

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Two favorite flavor combinations -- chocolate and caramel -- make these bake-and-slice brownies a crowd-pleasing treat.

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Caramel-Hazelnut Brownies

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Toasted hazelnuts and melted caramel flavored with hazelnut liqueur top these rich chocolate brownies.

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Shortbread Brownies

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Make and bake these two-layer treats in about an hour! Classic shortbread provides a sweet and simple base; a buttery chocolate layer caps it off.

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Cherry-Cabernet Brownies

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Red wine ganache blankets these rich brownies that hide wine-soaked cherries. Serve with a small glass of Cabernet for a memorable end to dinner.

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Black and White Brownies

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Layering cream cheese and classic chocolate brownie batter gives these moist brownies their two-tone look. A drizzle of chocolate makes a pretty (and tasty) topper.

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Cheesecake Brownies

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A layer of creamy cheesecake, coupled with fudgy frosting, adds a fresh twist to classic brownies.

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Coffee and Cookie Brownies

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A fudgy brownie layer is sandwiched between a crisp sugar cookie crust and melted chocolate pieces. This made-from-mixes recipe tastes fancy but is a cinch to pull together.

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Four-Layer Caramel-Crunch Brownies

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Consider these four layers: homemade fudge brownie, caramel, nougat, and chocolate. Yep—this brownie is as divine as it sounds.

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Chocolate-Chipotle Brownies

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Add heat to your chocolate brownies, but be sure to alert guests before their first bite. Warm chipotle spice kicks up chocolate's smoothness for a match that will delight.

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Triple-Chocolate and Espresso Brownies

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These fudgy brownies are topped with a luscious chocolate-cream cheese frosting and a sprinkling of chocolate-covered espresso beans.

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Buttermilk Brownies

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A creamy chocolate-buttermilk frosting makes these fudgy brownies even better. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Tri-Level Brownies

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This crowd-pleaser features two layers of creamy chocolate and a chewy oatmeal cookielike layer. Walnut halves (or your favorite candy) make a tasty topper.

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1 of 27 Dark Chocolate Brownies
2 of 27 Orange-Kissed Chocolate Brownies
3 of 27 Peanut Butter Brownies
4 of 27 Fudgy Brownies
5 of 27 Video: How to Make the Perfect Brownie
6 of 27 Fudgy Cherry and Port Brownies
7 of 27 White Chocolate Brownies
8 of 27 Incredible Turtle Brownies
9 of 27 Marbled Chocolate-Pumpkin Brownies
10 of 27 Creme de Menthe Brownies
11 of 27 Cream Cheese-Marbled Brownies
12 of 27 Peanutty Brownie Bars
13 of 27 Butterscotch Brownies
14 of 27 Magic Brownies
15 of 27 Espresso Brownies
16 of 27 Caramel-Swirl Brownies
17 of 27 Caramel-Hazelnut Brownies
18 of 27 Shortbread Brownies
19 of 27 Cherry-Cabernet Brownies
20 of 27 Black and White Brownies
21 of 27 Cheesecake Brownies
22 of 27 Coffee and Cookie Brownies
23 of 27 Four-Layer Caramel-Crunch Brownies
24 of 27 Chocolate-Chipotle Brownies
25 of 27 Triple-Chocolate and Espresso Brownies
26 of 27 Buttermilk Brownies
27 of 27 Tri-Level Brownies