How to Make the Best Brownies from Chocolate Cake Mix
If you’re craving delicious fudgy brownies but don’t have all the ingredients to make homemade brownies, here’s a simple hack for an easy dessert. You can make delicious brownies with a box of cake mix.
The Best Gooey Brownies With Cake Mix
That’s right! No need for a boxed brownie mix either.
If you have a box of cake mix, you can make this cake mix brownies recipe for a quick dessert that satisfies all your chocolaty desires.
The great thing about cake mixes is that they can help you make chocolate brownies in a pinch. It’s perfect for anyone new to baking or if you need to fix a chocolate craving fast.
Even if you’re an experienced baker, you won’t want to miss this trick for whipping up these amazing chocolate brownies that start with a boxed cake mix.
A Great Recipe for Chocolate Lovers!
A boxed cake mix and a few additional ingredients will help you bake up a perfect pan of brownies. This is a great hack when you’re busy or aren’t comfortable with baking completely from scratch.
It’s a great recipe with an end result that truly delights. These come out tasting just like homemade brownies.
Enjoy the accolades when you bring them to potlucks or serve them at parties. Let your kids think you labored over them and hide the box.
These chocolate cake mix brownies help you create the perfect gooey chocolate brownie.
Ingredients For Brownies With Cake Mix
These are so good and so easy. To make the brownie batter, you only need a few simple ingredients.
- Store-bought cake mix
- Vegetable oil
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Full printable recipe with measurements and instructions listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Start by adding the cake mix to a mixing bowl.
Pour the vegetable oil into the bowl with the cake mix.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix well.
Finally, add the chocolate chips to the bowl and mix with a spatula.
It’s purely amazing that a simple box of cake mix can create a pan of brownies so delicious and rich with chocolate flavor.
You can use whatever chocolate chips you like – milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips to create different versions.
You could even experiment with different cake box flavors.
Spread the brownies into the pan.
Sometimes, I will line the pan with parchment paper to be able to lift the brownies out easily after they bake.
Bake for 25-30 minutes.
My favorite way to satisfy my sweet tooth with these cake mix brownies is by topping them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s pure heavenly bliss!
Tips For Making The Best Cake Mix Brownies
- Don’t over-mix the batter, just combine the ingredients, or your brownies will turn out tough.
- Grease the baking dish well to prevent the brownies from sticking. Or, grease it and line it with parchment paper.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing them, or they’ll fall apart.
Variations And Add-ins For Cake Mix Brownies
Cake mix brownies are incredibly versatile and can be customized in a variety of different ways. Here are a few ideas:
- Peanut butter swirl combo: Swirl some peanut butter into the batter before baking for a delicious peanut butter and chocolate combo.
- Mint chocolate chip: Add some mint extract and mint chocolate chips to the batter for a refreshing twist on classic brownies.
- S’mores: Add graham cracker crumbs, chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows to the batter for a gooey s’mores-inspired treat.
- Red velvet: Use red velvet cake mix and add white chocolate chips for a festive and decadent dessert.
How To Store The Cake Mix Brownies
You can store the brownies in an airtight container or cover with some plastic wrap. They do not need to be refrigerated, but they will last a few days longer in the fridge.
I like to reheat them in the microwave for about 30 seconds and then add a scoop of ice cream on top.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cake Mix Brownies
Can I Use Any Flavor Of Cake Mix For Brownies?
Yes, you can use any flavor of cake mix you like for making brownies. Chocolate cake mix is the most popular choice that people use, but you can get creative and try other flavors like vanilla, strawberry, or lemon for different occasions.
Can I Add Frosting To Cake Mix Brownies?
Absolutely! Frosting is always a good thing to add to brownies.
Some of my favorites include cream cheese frosting, chocolate ganache, and peanut butter frosting.
More Delicious Brownie Recipes
- If you love cookies and brownies, you will love these Oreo Brownies. They are decadent and easy to make.
- Keep this recipe for chocolate brownies from scratch for whenever you need a delicious recipe for a homemade dessert.
- If you love frosting on your brownies, give these brownies with cream cheese frosting from The Marble Kitchen a try.
- Chocolate fudge brownies are a decadent and fun recipe to make for any occasion.
How to Make the Best Brownies from Chocolate Cake Mix
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounce box of cake mix
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8-inch by 8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add the cake mix to a mixing bowl.
- Next, add the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix.
- Finally, add the chocolate chips and mix with a spatula.
- Spread the brownie batter into the baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
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Notes
- Don’t over-mix the batter, just combine the ingredients, or your brownies will turn out tough.
- Grease the baking dish well to prevent the brownies from sticking. Or, grease it and line it with parchment paper.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing them, or they’ll fall apart.
I’m looking for a recipe for a strawberry torte with a very flavorful and moist yellow cake. Can
Hi Nancy,
I don’t have a strawberry torte, but maybe this recipe will work for you? https://cheerfulcook.com/strawberry-torte/
Can these brownies be frozen and reheated 2 weeks later?
Hi Diane,
You can freeze these. I would allow them to cool completely before freezing so you don’t get any condensation trapped in there. Wrap them well and they will freeze great!
Love this idea. Wanted to make brownies for a fam get together, but have chocolate cake mix boxes. Thanks for saving my time. 🙏🏼💕
You’re welcome and glad you loved it!
what if all i have is the 9×13 cake mix?
That’s ok! They will thicker brownies in the smaller pan. If you use a 9×13 they will be thinner. They might also cook faster, so check on them a few minutes earlier. Hope you love them!