Boxed brownie mix
A pre-measured dry mix that just needs eggs, oil, and water added. The fudgy-vs-cakey texture is largely determined by how much you mix and how long you bake, not just the box's own recipe.
Used for
- quick desserts
- baking
- bar cookies
In the kitchen
- Underbake slightly for a fudgier center. Pull it a few minutes before the toothpick comes out fully clean.
- Mix just until combined. Overmixing develops gluten and makes them tough.
- Add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts directly to the batter.
Picking it at the store
- 'Fudge' and 'cakey' varieties from the same brand use different ratios. Check the box description if texture matters to you.
- A box marked 'family size' isn't always a straightforward doubling. Check the exact water/oil/egg amounts before assuming.
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