These M&M brownies are rich, thick, super fudgy, and loaded with M&M candy pieces. With a glass of ice-cold milk, they're a fun, colorful take on a classic sweet treat everyone loves.

Brownies are like pizza. Even the worst of them is always welcome. However, it's my policy to make every brownie the best that anyone has ever had, and I hit the mark with these tasty treats. These are super fudgy brownies that almost seem wet in the center, and the M&Ms throughout make them even more delicious and fun.

Why You'll Love These M&M Brownies

• They use basic baking ingredients, and most if not all of them are in your kitchen right now.
• They're easy to make and only take a few minutes.
• They're super dense and fudgy.
• The M&Ms add even more chocolate flavor and wonderful color.
• They're the perfect addition to any gathering.

Top Tip

Fully soften your butter for the easiest creaming and to avoid little bits of raw butter in the batter.

Ingredients

It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this recipe, and they're all kitchen staples. Everything you need is listed here, but you'll find the exact ingredients in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Butter
• Cocoa powder
• Vanilla
• Brown sugar
• Eggs
• All-purpose flour
• Salt
• M&Ms

How to Make M&M Brownies

This is a simple, basic brownie recipe with one added step, which means it's incredibly easy.

I've listed the highlights here, but you can find the exact directions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1: Melt the butter, then mix it with the cocoa powder and vanilla.

2: Mix in the brown sugar and eggs.

3: Mix in the dry ingredients.

4: Pour the batter into a prepared pan and top with M&Ms.

5: Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, adding more M&Ms to the top about halfway through baking.

Substitutions and Variations

• Use Dutch process cocoa powder for richer chocolate flavor.
• Use Reese's Pieces in place of M&Ms for a chocolate peanut butter flavor.
• You can top these brownies with your favorite chopped candy bars.
• Try stirring M&Ms directly into the batter for more color.

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• 8x8 baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Whisk
• Mixing bowls

Storage

Store these brownies for up to 5 days in an air-tight container. For longer storage, wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze them in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 3 months. Defrost the brownies on the counter.

What to Serve with Brownies

The deep chocolate flavor of brownies pairs well with all kinds of sweet flavors. Serve these brownies with a variety of options for a delicious dessert plate.

• Chocolate Covered Blueberries
• Cream Cheese Stuffed Cupcakes
• Salted Caramel Chex Mix

Tips for the Best M&M Brownies

• Mix the brownie batter until combined, but don't overmix.
• Press the M&Ms gently into the top of the batter when adding them to the brownies.
• Bake the brownies until a toothpick comes out clean. These are so fudgy, there's no need to take them out early.

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