Sparkling Sugar Crust Brownies
Sparkling Sugar Crust Brownies
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1 box brownie mix, 18.3 ounce, for 13x9 inch pan
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
For the Sparkling Crust
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For Preparation
- 1 non-stick cooking spray, as needed
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 13x9x2 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray, then dust with all-purpose flour, tapping out any excess. This helps prevent sticking and ensures easy removal.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the box brownie mix, large eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Stir with a spoon or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough brownies.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared 13x9x2 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Evenly sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar over the entire surface of the brownie batter. This will create a beautiful, sparkling, and slightly crisp crust.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs, but not wet batter. The exact baking time may vary depending on your oven.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 350
- 7
Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely. This is crucial for achieving clean cuts and the best texture. Cooling can take 1 to 2 hours.
⏱️ 60 min
- 8
Once completely cooled, cut the brownies into 4 large, generous squares. Serve and enjoy your sparkling sugar crust brownies!
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Sparkling Sugar Crust Brownies
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1 box brownie mix, 18.3 ounce, for 13x9 inch pan
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
For the Sparkling Crust
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For Preparation
- 1 non-stick cooking spray, as needed
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 13x9x2 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray, then dust with all-purpose flour, tapping out any excess. This helps prevent sticking and ensures easy removal.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350 - 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the box brownie mix, large eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Stir with a spoon or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough brownies.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared 13x9x2 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Evenly sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar over the entire surface of the brownie batter. This will create a beautiful, sparkling, and slightly crisp crust.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs, but not wet batter. The exact baking time may vary depending on your oven.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 350 - 7
Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely. This is crucial for achieving clean cuts and the best texture. Cooling can take 1 to 2 hours.
⏱️ 60 min - 8
Once completely cooled, cut the brownies into 4 large, generous squares. Serve and enjoy your sparkling sugar crust brownies!
⏱️ 2 min