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Copycat Brownie Brittle Recipe that’s made from a box mix for a quick and easy treat! I bet you have all of the ingredients in your pantry right now! This recipe serves eight and costs $2.53 to make. That’s just 32¢ per serving!

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You will love these Brownie Brittles – a quick and easy treat!

When you make brownies, which do you prefer? The edges or the middle? I am all about those edges! While I do enjoy the middle pieces, if given a choice, I will always take the edges first.

I love brownies, but I especially love those crispy, delectable brownie edges. About a year ago, I tried brownie brittle from the store and instantly fell in love. If you haven’t tried it before, it’s a bag full of those excellent brownie edges, incredible, right!?!

Store-bought brownie brittle is expensive, so today I’m sharing my copycat Brownie Brittle Recipe with you that you can make for a fraction of the cost. It’s super easy to make and uses a box mix.

This Brownie Brittle Recipe will give you your brownie edge fix in every single bite!

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How to store Brownie Crisps

How long does this Brownie Brittle Recipe last?

Brownie Brittle will remain fresh for up to one week if stored in an airtight container.

What does Brownie Brittle taste like?

Brownie Brittle is the best of both worlds. They are thin like a typical cookie and taste like a brownie. Say what?! It’s true. It’s the best of both worlds for those days when you just can’t decide what you are in the mood for.

Brownie Crisps ingredients & cost

RECIPE COST: $2.53

PER SERVING COST: $0.32

NOTE: I calculate the recipe prices by using name brand grocery prices on grocery store websites.

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  • 1 18- ounce Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix – $2.27
  • 1/2 cup water – $0.00
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil – $0.16
  • 1 large egg – $0.10
  • Offset Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

How to make Brownie Brittle:

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1:Prepare the baking sheet with parchment paper, and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

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2:Add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.

3:Use a whisk to mix until just combined.

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4:Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet.

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5:Using an offset spatula, spread the batter into a thin layer, as thin as you can get it.

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6: Bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely and then either break apart with a knife or cut into pieces using a pizza cutter.

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Recipe Note:

  • If you want the brittle in uniform pieces like mine, then you need to score the brittle with the pizza cutter as soon as it comes out of the oven. Once it’s cooled, break it apart entirely by cutting it with the pizza cutter.
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How to store Brownie Crisps

Place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze brownie crisps for up to 3 months. To freeze brownie crisps, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours or until solid. Then, transfer the brownie crisps to a freezer-safe bag or container.

Brownie Chips FAQs

Who makes Brownie Brittle?

Brownie Brittle was first created by Sheila G. Mains in Florida. She was initially a brownie baker, beginning in 1992. She became so popular in fact that she purchased the phone number 1.800.Brownie. How awesome is that?!

How many calories are in a piece of brownie brittle?

It depends on the size of the brownie brittle piece. Various pieces can have anywhere from 50-150 calories.

How healthy is Brownie Brittle?

It is not healthy at all. It’s a high-calorie, high-sugar snack food.

What is Brownie Brittle used for?

Here are some ideas on how to enjoy it:
Eat it plain.Enjoy it plain as a sweet and crunchy snack.
Top ice cream or yogurt.Use it to top ice cream, yogurt, or other desserts.
Make a trifle or parfait.Use it to make a trifle or parfait with layers of other ingredients, such as whipped cream, pudding, and fruit.
Use it for dessert dips.I love serving the brittle along with dessert dips like acheesecake dipormint chocolate chip cheesecake dip.

More copycat recipes to try

If you love this recipe, then you’ll love other great grocery-store copycat recipes!

  1. Lofthouse Copycat Frosted Sugar Cookies
  2. Costco Spinach Salad
  3. Copycat Cracker Jacks
  4. Hawaiian Punch Copycat Recipe
  5. Copycat On the Border Salsa
  6. Copycat Cozy Shack Rice Pudding
  7. Hostess Cupcakes
  8. Copycat Apple Pie Lara Bars
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Brownie Brittles from a Box

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

8 servings

Copycat Brownie Brittle Recipe that’s made from a box mix for a quick and easy treat! I bet you have all of the ingredients in your pantry right now! This recipe serves 8 and costs $2.53 to make. That's just 32¢ per serving!

Equipment

  • baking sheet

  • parchment paper

  • large mixing bowl

  • whisk

  • offset spatula

  • pizza cutter

Ingredients

  • 1 18- ounce Brownie Mix I used Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix
  • ½ cup water
  • cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

  • Place all the ingredients into a large mixing bowl.

  • Whisk until just combined.

  • Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet.

  • Use an offset spatula to spread batter into a thin layer.

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely before breaking apart with a knife or cutting with a pizza cutter.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.9g | Protein: 3.3g | Fat: 19.2g | Saturated Fat: 3.6g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 148mg | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1.4mg

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This recipe pairs perfectly with my cheesecake dips:

  • Butterscotch Toffee Cheesecake Dip
  • Coconut Cream Pie Cheesecake Dip
  • Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups Cheesecake Dip
  • Peppermint Cheesecake Dip

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FAQs

What happens if brownie batter is too thick? ›

The consistency of the brownie mix plays a crucial role in the texture and flavor of the final product. A batter that is too thin may result in flat and dry brownies, while a batter that is too thick can lead to dense and heavy brownies.

When was brownie brittle made? ›

Our Story. Sheila G. Mains, better known in the food world as Sheila G., took a treasured family recipe and turned it into the crispy, crunchy, crave-worthy brownie snack you can now find nationwide (and in the skies!) In 1992, Sheila G.

Do brownies rise when they bake? ›

As brownies don't rise much, it may also help to rotate the pan by 180 degrees halfway though the cooking time, particularly if the batter in the corners is too well-cooked. Hot and cool spots should not be an issue in a fan oven, but it may help if the air circulation isn't completely even.

How to pimp Betty Crocker brownie mix? ›

Add a teaspoon of instant coffee or espresso powder. Throw in a handful of nuts—pecans, walnuts, macadamia, whatever you have on hand. Scoop in a palmful of dried or frozen fruit. Add an extra splash of the top-shelf vanilla extract, or a dab of vanilla paste, or a dash of vanilla powder, to the batter.

Should you chill brownie batter before baking? ›

In addition to keeping your brownie mix fresh, refrigerating brownie batter can also help boost the overall texture and flavor of the treat. Refrigerating helps improve the gloss and crustiness of brownies while simultaneously blending the flavors—the result? — brownie that tastes much richer and chewier.

What makes brownies fudgy vs cakey? ›

Fudgy brownies have a higher fat-to-flour ratio than cakey ones. So add more fat—in this case, butter and chocolate. A cakey batch has more flour and relies on baking powder for leavening. The amount of sugar and eggs does not change whether you're going fudgy or cakey.

Is Brownie Brittle unhealthy? ›

Contains a high level of saturated fat. Saturated fat is not an essential nutrient and with increasing intakes there is a increased risk of coronary heart disease (IOM 2005a; USDA and DHHS 2010). For this reason it has long been known as a "bad" fat that raises the "bad" cholesterol, LDL.

What is the shelf life of Brownie Brittle? ›

Brownie Brittle has a 12 month shelf life.

What company owns Brownie Brittle? ›

Second Nature Brands, a US-based creator of premium, nutritional and better-for-you snacks and treats, controlled by CapVest Partners LLP, completed the acquisition of Brownie Brittle from Encore Consumer Capital.

Is melted butter or softened butter better for brownies? ›

If you want a fudgy chocolate brownie, use melted butter. For cakey brownies, beating softened butter and sugar together to create air pockets will make your brownies lighter and cakier.

Does letting brownie batter sit make it better? ›

Recently, as I was reading through the comments on all our brownie recipes, one suggestion in particular stood out: Refrigerate the batter overnight for a richer, chewier brownie.

What does adding an extra egg to brownie mix do? ›

If you want to get a little more creative with your brownie mix hacks, add an extra egg to the batter. The extra protein will help thicken up the batter and make it fluffier, creating a more decadent, fudgy texture. You can also add the yolk by itself in addition to the 2 eggs a box brownie mix typically calls for.

What happens if you use milk instead of water in brownie mix? ›

One change is to use milk or heavy cream instead of water. This change will make brownies more moist and gooey since milk is more fatty and flavorful than water. A second change is to use butter instead of oil. For similar reasons to using milk, butter adds a rich and more decadent quality to the batter.

How to doctor up boxed brownies? ›

Boxed Brownie Hacks: Doctored up Brownies Box
  1. Add melted butter – makes the chocolate flavor richer compared to vegetable oil.
  2. Use buttermilk or whole milk – makes the brownie richer and taste more homemade.
  3. Add cocoa powder – adding additional cocoa powder makes the brownies more chocolate-y.
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How do you fix cake batter that is too thick? ›

Add more liquid: The easiest way to thin out your batter is to add more liquid, such as milk or water, a tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency. Add an additional egg: Adding another egg to your batter can also help to thin it out, as well as adding richness and moisture to the finished cake.

Why is my brownie batter still wet? ›

The brownies are done if just a little batter clings to the toothpick. If the toothpick comes out completely wet and coated with batter, you know the brownies are underdone and need more time.

Why is my brownie batter fluffy? ›

Mixing incorporates air into the brownie batter. The more air that is incorporated will result in a more open, airy and cakey brownie. If you wanted fudgy brownies and you got cakey, check on your mixing technique and pull it back. Making fudgy brownies at home is often best done with a wooden spoon.

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