Little Debbie Brownies
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with these delightful ‘Little Debbie’ Brownies. Rich and fudgy, these gluten-free brownies are topped with a smooth chocolate layer that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for birthday parties, family gatherings, or a cozy night in, these irresistible treats combine the best of both worlds: a classic dessert that meets modern dietary needs. Easy to make and customizable with fun toppings like M&Ms or sprinkles, you’ll love sharing these sweet squares with friends and family. Get ready to impress with every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free flour
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (omit if your blend already contains it)
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (like vegetable, canola or peanut oil)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 2 eggs (at room temperature, beaten)
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
- 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 ounces miniature M&Ms candies or multicolored Sixlets (for decorating optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free flour, xanthan gum (if needed), cocoa powder, and kosher salt.
- In another bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and unsalted butter; add neutral oil, vanilla extract, and corn syrup, mixing until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until well-blended.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- For the topping, heat heavy whipping cream until just beginning to simmer; remove from heat and stir in chopped semi-sweet chocolate until melted and smooth.
- Pour topping over cooled brownies and optionally sprinkle with M&Ms or Sixlets before letting set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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