Best 6 Moms Best Friend Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with Mom's Best Friend Brownies, a delectable treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings. These brownies are not just any ordinary dessert; they are a culinary masterpiece, handcrafted with love and perfected over generations. With their fudgy, gooey texture, rich chocolate flavor, and crispy edges, these brownies are guaranteed to be the star of any gathering.

This article presents a collection of three irresistible brownie recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and tastes. The Classic Mom's Best Friend Brownies are a timeless recipe that stays true to tradition, offering a perfect balance of chewiness and fudginess. For those seeking a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Mom's Best Friend Brownies deliver the same delightful experience without compromising on taste or texture. And for those with a sweet tooth and love for nuts, the Mom's Best Friend Brownies with Walnuts add an extra layer of crunch and flavor that will leave you wanting more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S BEST FRIEND BROWNIES



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We know that some kids would be happy to eat an all-sweets lunch. With these you won't have to stress quite so much. They're lower in fat and sugar than most other brownies, and baking them in mini-muffin tins keeps the portion size just right.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 16 (2-inch) square brownies or 36 1-inch brownie bites.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons canola or other neutral tasting oil
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 large eggs, cold
1/4 cup cocoa powder
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Position rack in the lower third of the oven and heat oven to 325 degrees F. Use an 8 by 8-inch silicone baking pan or line a similar sized metal or glass baking dish with foil or parchment paper so it hangs over the edges by about 1 inch. For mini brownie bites, line mini muffin tins with 36 mini muffin liners. Spray the prepared pan.
  • Put the butter, oil and chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, and heat at 75 percent power for 2 minutes. Stir, and microwave again until completely melted, about 2 minutes more. (Alternatively put the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Bring a saucepan filled with 1 inch or so of water to a very slow simmer; set the bowl over, not touching, the water, and stir occasionally until melted and smooth.)
  • Stir the brown and white sugars, vanilla and salt into the chocolate mixture with a wooden spoon. Add the eggs and beat vigorously until fully incorporated and the batter is thick and glossy. Add the cocoa, flour and baking soda and stir just until it disappears.
  • Pour the batter into the pan and bake until the top is crispy and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out with a few crumbs, about 30 minutes (40 minutes if not using silicone) for pan brownies, and 14 to 15 minutes for mini brownie bites.
  • Cool the brownies in the pan on the counter. Lift brownies out of the pan by the foil, if needed. Peel off the foil and cut into squares, sticks or shapes using a cookie cutter. Serve. Store extra brownies in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

MOM'S BEST BROWNIES



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The credit goes to my mom for these brownies. She has tons of people who request these little devils often. My parents live on a golf course, and even the Pro's from there call and ask for a batch now and then. It is a fabulous recipe, and one that I LOVE! Thanks mom!

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 jelly roll pan, 36-48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups sugar
3 cups flour
1 cup Hersheys cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 cups canola oil or 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
3 teaspoons vanilla
8 eggs
1 cup nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together (mixture will be thick) and then spread in a jelly roll pan that has been greased and floured.
  • Bake at 350 for 25-35 minutes, or until brownies are done.
  • Frost with favorite frosting.

MOM'S BEST EVER BROWNIES BY PENNY JORDAN



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These are really the best brownies I have ever eaten. I love them. This is a recipe that you must try.

Provided by RoseAnn Wilson

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 stick real butter
4 Tbsp unsweeened cocoa
1 c boiling water
2 c sugar
2 c all-purpose flour, sifted
1 pinch salt
1/2 c buttermilk
1 tsp baking soda
2 large eggs
1 c chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350º. Prepare baking pan by greasing and flouring a 9x13 inch pan. I used cocoa on my pan instead of flour.
  • 2. Combine 2 sticks real butter, 1 cup boiling water and 4 Tbsp. cocoa in small sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • 3. While waiting for hot mixture to boil, mix 2 cups sugar, 2 cups flour and the salt together. Add dry ingredients to hot mixture. Add 1/2 cup buttermilk and 1 tsp. baking soda together, and add 2 eggs. Mix well. Add nuts if you are using them. Mix all above ingredients together. Pour into prepared pan and bake at 350º for 40 minutes. Cool slightly. Don't overbake.
  • 4. ICING: Melt 1 stick butter, 4 Tbsp. milk and 4 Tbsp. cocoa together in small pan. Add 1-2 cups powdered sugar to thicken. Add 1 tsp. vanilla extract. Spread icing on slightly cooled brownies. Sprinkle nuts over iced brownies. Cover until ready to serve. This is truly the best brownies I have ever eaten.

MOM'S BEST BROWNIES



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My mom has made a variation of these brownies as long as I can remember. She doesn't know where she got the recipe from. I substituted whole wheat flour and honestly no one can tell it isn't made with white flour! You can substitute plain applesauce for part of the oil, but I like to use 1 c oil (as my mom does) with no applesauce - faster to measure, and it is a dessert after all! I hope you enjoy!

Provided by Goji Girl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup cocoa
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup unrefined coconut oil or 1 cup butter, melted
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
chopped nuts (optional)
peanut butter (optional)
chocolate chips (optional)
flavored chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease and 'flour' 9x13" pan, using cocoa powder instead of flour. (This will eliminate any white spots on bottom of brownies).
  • In a large bowl, stir together cocoa, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
  • Add oil, eggs, vanilla, and any optional ingredients. Mix well, stopping as soon as all ingredients are incorporated - excessive mixing will cause a cake-like texture.
  • Pour into prepared 9x13" pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 27-30 minutes. Test with toothpick, the brownies are done when no batter clings to it. Remove slightly earlier if you like a gooey, eat with a fork brownie.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 124.2, Carbohydrate 23.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 16.7, Protein 2.4

MOM'S BEST EVER BROWNIES



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Oh, these brownies brought back childhood memories. They reminded me of my grandmother's brownies. The buttermilk helps make these super moist. And that icing? Tops them off perfectly. So chocolaty, so moist and so good!

Provided by penny jordan

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 18

BROWNIE MIXTURE
2 stick butter
4 Tbsp cocoa, unsweetened
1 c boiling water
2 c sugar
2 c all-purpose flour, sifted
1 pinch salt
1/2 c buttermilk
1 tsp baking soda
2 large eggs
1 c chopped walnuts or pecans
BROWNIE ICING
1 stick butter
4 Tbsp milk
4 Tbsp cocoa, unsweetened
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 - 2 c powdered sugar
1/2 c chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • 1. PREHEAT: Oven to 350 degrees F. PREPARE: Baking pan by greasing and flouring 9x13x2-inch pan (or spraying with 'Baker's Joy' nonstick cooking spray).
  • 2. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
  • 3. COMBINE: 2 sticks butter, 1 cup boiling water, and 4 Tbsp Cocoa in small sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • 4. MIX: 2 Cups Sugar, 2 Cups flour, and salt together and add hot mixture.
  • 5. DISSOLVE: 1/2 Cup buttermilk and 1 tsp. baking soda together, add 2 eggs. MIX: Well. ADD: Nuts. MIX WELL: All above ingredients together. POUR: Into prepared pan and bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes. COOL: Slightly.
  • 6. ICING: MEANWHILE: Prepare icing by melting, butter, milk, cocoa together in small sauce pan. ADD: Powdered sugar to thicken. ADD: Vanilla extract. SPREAD: Icing on slightly cooled brownies. SPRINKLE: Nuts over iced brownies. COVER: Until ready to serve. CUT: In squares. SERVE & ENJOY! STORE: Covered leftovers.

BEST FRIENDS FOREVER BROWNIES



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Provided by Kemp Minifie

Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Birthday     Family Reunion     Shower     Party     Potluck     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 16 (2-inch square) brownies

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces unsweetened chocolate (100 percent cacao), chopped
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt (if you have fine sea salt, use it)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa (any type, as long as it's unsweetened)
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Special Equipment
8-inch square baking pan

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F with rack in middle. Lightly grease or butter pan and line with crisscrossed sheets of parchment or foil, leaving a 1-inch overhang.
  • Melt chocolate with butter in a large metal bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until smooth. Remove bowl from pan and let cool 5 minutes.
  • Add sugar and whisk well.
  • Add eggs, 1 at a time, whisking well after each addition, and whisk mixture vigorously until smooth and cohesive.
  • Whisk in vanilla and salt.
  • Add flour and cocoa and stir with whisk until incorporated and batter is smooth.
  • Fold in nuts with a rubber spatula.
  • Spread batter evenly in pan and bake until a wooden pick comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
  • Cool brownies completely in pan on a rack.
  • To remove them easily from the pan, use the parchment overhangs to lift the brownies, still on the parchment, from the pan. Cut brownies into serving pieces.

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients: This will ensure that your brownies are rich and flavorful. Look for high-quality chocolate, butter, and eggs.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will result in dense, chewy brownies. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies in a preheated oven: This will help them to rise evenly.
  • Don't overbake the brownies: Overbaked brownies will be dry and crumbly. Bake them just until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them: This will help them to set and prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These are just a few tips for making the best brownies. With a little practice, you'll be able to create delicious, fudgy brownies that your friends and family will love. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try.

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