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    You are here: Home / Desserts / Bars & Brownies / Homemade Brownie Mix (with Free Printable)

    Homemade Brownie Mix (with Free Printable)

    December 23, 2020 By Sam 30 Comments

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    collage of giftable brownie mix in a jar, top image of mix in jar with printable tag, bottom two images of baked brownies, stacked and unstacked

    An easy Homemade Brownie Mix recipe! Just a handful of basic ingredients and you can have a jar in your pantry ready to go at all times (this is also an easy recipe to whip up in a pinch)! Make it for yourself, or give as a sweet gift this holiday season. Recipe includes printable gift tags/instructions and a how-to video!

    If you’re scrambling for a last-minute gift idea, I’ve got you covered. Or, if you’re scrambling for a quick but decadent chocolate fix, I’ve still got you covered.

    I know I’m scrambling right now (as I’m sure many of you are) because so many of my gifts that I ordered still haven’t arrived. While everyone will get their gifts eventually (hopefully?) instead of showing up empty-handed I’m prettily packaging some of my favorite gift-able desserts. If you need me tomorrow, I’ll be busy preparing dozens of Hot Chocolate Bombs, my Christmas Cookie Gift Jars, homemade Peanut Brittle for my brother-in-law, and this easy but delicious homemade brownie mix.

    If you’re not in need of a gift, it’s great just to make for yourself, too. Homemade brownie mix is perfect to whip up, toss in a Ziploc bag, and just have on hand for whenever a chocolate craving strikes (and no excuse for store-bought brownie mix ever again!).

    What is the Difference in This Recipe and Your Best Brownie Recipe

    I’m borderline obsessed with my best brownie recipe. It’s chocolatey, fudgy, and incredible, but I wanted something super quick, fast, and easy for when I needed to satisfy a chocolate craving in a pinch.

    All while still being absolutely, deliciously, can’t-eat-just-one irresistible.

    This recipe ticks all the brownie-boxes, but it’s a bit less dark (which my husband prefers as he doesn’t particularly care for dark chocolate) and a bit less fudgy (it’s still fudgy, though!).

    What You Need

    ingredients to make homemade brownie mix
    Ingredients to make brownie mix

    We have two sets of ingredients we’re working with today. First is the ingredients you need to make the actual brownie mix. You’ll need:

    • Flour. Use all-purpose (plain) flour. It may seem like a small amount (and it is), but this is critical for chocolatey, fudgy brownies that nearly melt in your mouth.
    • Sugar. While I love using brown sugar in my brownie recipes whenever I can, the moisture makes it difficult to evenly mix all of the ingredients together. Don’t worry, you won’t miss it here!
    • Cocoa powder. I use natural unsweetened cocoa powder.
    • Baking Powder. Just a pinch helps keep the brownies from being so dense that they actually seem like fudge. A tiny bit of baking powder adds a smidge of lightness (just a smidge!) for the perfect consistency.
    • Salt. for flavor of course.
    • Chocolate chips. These are an optional ingredient, and keep in mind if you’re storing the brownie mix in a pint-sized mason jar they won’t fit, so you’ll need to use a larger container. I like semisweet chocolate chips, but use your favorite flavor (or try M&Ms!).

    Then, of course, there are the ingredients that you’ll add later when you’re ready to bake your brownies. You need just three things:

    brownie mix in ziploc bag surrounded by ingredients
    • Melted butter. I wrote this recipe using salted butter which isn’t my usual preference but when I shared my cookie mix in a jar I received a lot of feedback that most gift recipients of the jars kept salted butter in the fridge only. I wrote this recipe with that in mind (your comments matter, I read them all!). If you want to use unsalted butter, just bump the salt in the mix recipe up to ½ teaspoon instead.
    • Two large eggs.
    • Vanilla extract. If you don’t want the recipient (or yourself!) to have to add vanilla later, you can always whisk 1 teaspoon of vanilla powder into the mix instead.

    Write the ingredients above and the (brief) instructions on a tag or print my free printable tags that I linked to in the recipe.

    For the full instructions please scroll down to the bottom of the post!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long can I store this?

    Ultimately it depends on the expiration date of your ingredients. However, most of the ingredients called for have a long shelf life and you should be able to store this homemade brownie mix for a minimum of 3 months.

    What is the best container to use for storing?

    Honestly, if I’m just making this to store in my own pantry I often use a Ziploc bag. You could also use any airtight container.
    If I’m giving as a gift I like to use pint sized mason jars (or 1 ½ pint jars if I want to include chocolate chips in the mix).

    Can I add instant coffee?

    You can add up to one teaspoon of instant coffee into the brownie mix to enrich the chocolate flavor. Add a bit more (or some espresso powder) if you’re looking for a mocha flavor!

    More Recipes You Might Like

    • Nutella Brownies
    • Flourless Brownies
    • Peanut Butter Brownies
    • Oreo Brownies

    Enjoy!

    Let’s bake together! Make sure to check out the how-to VIDEO in the recipe card! 

    brownie mix in jar with blue instruction tag

    Homemade Brownie Mix

    An easy homemade Brownie Mix recipe! This also makes a great gift and includes printable gift tags/instructions and a how-to video!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 16 brownies
    Calories: 178kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar (250g)
    • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour (83g)
    • ½ cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder (50g)
    • ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips optional, these will not fit in a pint sized mason jar

    To be added when you are ready to bake the brownies:

    • 8 Tablespoons salted butter melted
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Recommended Equipment

    • You will need pint sized mason jars for the brownie mix or 1 ½ pint jars if you wish to include chocolate chips. See note.
    • Printable Gift Tags (click this link to print yours)
    • Baker's twine for attaching tag (optional)
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    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
      1 ¼ cups granulated sugar, ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅛ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
    • Pour mixture into a pint-sized mason jar (or container of your choice), or if using chocolate chips pour into 1 ½ pint-sized jars, tamp down with a spoon, and then fill to the brim with chocolate chips. Cover and attach a tag with the following instructions:
      ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

    Instructions for Baking Brownie Mix

    • Preheat oven to 350F.
    • Pour brownie mix in bowl and add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
      8 Tablespoons salted butter, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Stir very well and spread into a lightly greased 8×8” or 9×9” pan.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes in 8×8” pan or 23-25 minutes for 9×9”.

    Notes

    A mason jar makes a cute way to hold the brownie mix and it is a great option to store it, but if you’re just making this for yourself you can store in any container that it fits in, even a Ziploc bag.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

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    Comments

    1. Julie Gray

      December 23, 2022 at 2:22 pm

      Do you recommend weighing the ingredients in the brownie mix rather than using cup measures? I measured 2/3 cup of flour and it weighed 98 grams, but your recipe says it should be 83grams. The flour and cocoa measurements were also off when I weighed the cup measures and converted to grams. I stuck with the weighed amounts and Hope it works as I’m giving as gifts.

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 23, 2022 at 10:07 pm

        Hi Julie! I always recommend weighing ingredients whenever possible. I have standardized a cup of flour at 125g for my website (you’ll find some variation from site to site, but it’s generally pretty close to that number. If you stuck with the numbers in the recipe it will turn out great. I promise! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Vena

      November 02, 2022 at 1:33 am

      Hi Sam
      Can you also layer the brownie mix when putting it in a jar as a gift?

      Reply
      • Sam

        November 03, 2022 at 8:44 pm

        Hi Vena! You can but I experimented with it and it didn’t look that great since there’s a lot of white and just one brown ingredient.

        Reply
    3. Anwar

      September 18, 2022 at 12:43 am

      hey ,thank you for the recipe
      Can you tell me how to store this mix because it has chocolate and what if it melts and it turns up into one big lump

      Reply
      • Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

        September 19, 2022 at 2:34 pm

        Hi Anwar! You’ll want to store it in a cool, dry place. A pantry or kitchen cabinet (away from the stove or oven) works best. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    4. Lynn N.

      December 30, 2021 at 8:24 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great gift idea and the perfect size for a smaller family.

      Reply
      • Ashley @ Sugar Spun Run

        December 30, 2021 at 8:34 pm

        Happy you enjoyed the gift idea, Lynn! It really is something sweet to receive. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Seth

      May 16, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      Could I use this to make a skillet brownie in a mini (3.5″) skillet? I really want to try this but I can’t find a recipe for it.

      Reply
      • Sam

        May 16, 2021 at 9:49 pm

        Hi Seth! I haven’t tried it but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. I’m not sure how long it will need to cook, or how much batter you will need. 🙂

        Reply
      • Jenn

        November 28, 2021 at 10:37 am

        Sending a brownie itself as a gift will be more appropriate…. Not many have the same size pan as we do…. they may end up spending more money to buy:
        Pan
        Parchment paper
        Butter
        Chocolate chips
        Eggs.
        Worst of all, some may not even have an appropriate oven to bake.

        Personal opinions here….

        Reply
        • Sam

          November 28, 2021 at 2:48 pm

          I suppose you would have to know the gift recipient and use discernment. But generally that is my opinion anytime you are gift-giving.

    6. Wade

      January 14, 2021 at 3:10 pm

      A suitable egg substitute would be 2 Tbs chia seeds soaked in 6 Tbs of water for 5 minutes
      (until the mixture becomes gel-like consistency). Then use in place of the 2 eggs.

      Reply
    7. Anusha

      January 03, 2021 at 1:08 am

      Hi can you suggest a substitute for eggs. I don’t eat eggs ..what about milk with a spoon of vinegar. Can you please let know.

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 03, 2021 at 10:09 pm

        Unfortunately I don’t know of a good egg substitute here. 🙁

        Reply
      • Stella

        March 23, 2021 at 12:43 am

        hi Anusha! you can use 1/4 cup of apple sauce or 1/2 of mushed banana for every egg called for in a recipe.

        Reply
    8. Annabel

      December 25, 2020 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      I just made 3 of these for family and can’t wait to gift it to them! Thank you, I know they will love it!

      Tell Luke I say Merry Christmas to you and your family, and a (hopefully less hectic) new year!

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 27, 2020 at 8:30 pm

        Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
        • Cheri

          October 21, 2022 at 8:27 am

          What is the quantity of chips if added?

        • Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

          October 21, 2022 at 9:42 am

          Hi Cheri! The chocolate chips are in the recipe card along with all the other ingredients. Hope that helps!

    9. Paula

      December 24, 2020 at 2:50 pm

      Have not made this yet, but wanted to take this moment to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Blessed New Year!!!!

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 24, 2020 at 2:59 pm

        Thank you! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family as well! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Larry

      December 23, 2020 at 10:37 pm

      Can you use oil instead of melted butter?

      How would you make them more cake like and less gooey?

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 24, 2020 at 2:40 pm

        I personally wasn’t very happy with the results using oil so I don’t recommend it. You can add more flour to make them more cakey.

        Reply
    11. Napsi

      December 23, 2020 at 2:53 pm

      Such a lovely idea! I love edible gifts <3

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 23, 2020 at 3:46 pm

        Me too! Thank you, Napsi! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Judy Kizler

      December 23, 2020 at 12:15 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent! A keeper in any cook’s book. BTW was happy to see Rumford baking powder in the photo. It has no aluminum in it, as do other brands. More expensive, true, but reasonable at Walmart. Keep ’em coming, Sam.

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 23, 2020 at 8:55 pm

        Thank you so much, Judy! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Mary

      December 23, 2020 at 11:22 am

      If I wanted to make a 13 x 9 pan, should I just double the recipe or use a recipe and a half?

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 23, 2020 at 8:58 pm

        Hi Mary! You would probably need to increase the recipe by 50%. 🙂

        Reply

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