Basic Brownie Mix

Name: Basic Brownie Mix
Ingredients: 5 cups sugar; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 can (8 ounces) baking cocoa; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping; 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted, divided; 1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries; 1/2 cup water; Frosting of your choice, optional

13 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

5 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (8 ounces) baking cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted, divided
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/2 cup water
Frosting of your choice, optional

Directions

1

In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa and salt. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 5 batches (about 10 cups total).
2

To prepare basic brownies: Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups brownie mix, butter, eggs, water and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 9 servings.
3

To prepare caramel-nut brownies: Prepare basic brownie batter. Pour half into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Drizzle with caramel topping and sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans. Top with remaining batter and pecans. Bake and cool as directed. Yield: 9 servings.
4

To prepare cherry brownies: In a small saucepan, bring the cherries and water to a boil. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Prepare basic brownie batter; stir in cherries. Pour mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake and cool as directed. Frost if desired.