—Nancye Thompson, Paducah, KentuckyGet RecipeTaste of HomeLouisiana: Chewy Pecan Pie BarsThis is one of my husband's favorite recipes, and he suggested I send it in. (These are our favorite brownie recipes.) Made my yellow cake mix into cocoa-chocolate chip brownies. I used a chocolate cake mix. Since they combine two favorite flavors—chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake—in one bite, they were a hit with our three grown children. Cookies can be crumbly, pies can be soupy and cakes can be oily. Bake at 350 degrees for about 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with crumbs rather than batter a full inch from the edges. i don’t know what happened. For autumn, try Pumpkin or Spice cake, and swirl apple pie filling. Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Premium Brownie Mix. Line a 9 x 9 baking dish with parchment or foil. The color and shape make them a nice addition to a platter of cookies. It turned out great!! It baked up great and was quite a hit. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, PennsylvaniaGet RecipeTaste of HomeRhode Island: Black Bean BrowniesYou’d never guess these rich, velvety chocolate treats contain a can of black beans. First, mix together the eggs and oil until blended together. I’ve added a swirl of sweetened cream cheese, chopped nuts, or oatmeal, and all different kinds of chips. Amazing recipe! And if you layer in the Hershey bars, that will help as well. Check out these must-try tricks for better baked treats. I had every intention of making the chocolate version, when I realized I had lemon cake mix in the cabinet. These are a crispier, sweeter take on the Christmas tradition I grew up with. So easy! I love the name pinkies and lemonies, personally. —Shari Roach, South Milwaukee, WisconsinGet RecipeTaste of HomeWyoming: Ultimate Double Chocolate BrowniesAs someone who grew up in the country, I love getting out into nature whenever I can. Then press them in. Thanks! Let cool completely before slicing and serving. Hope you enjoy them all! I would guess that you could, though. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, GeorgiaGet RecipeTaste of HomeHawaii: Angela's XOXO Shortbread BrowniesEveryone loves a brownie. —Denise Nyland, Panama City, FloridaGet RecipeTaste of HomeGeorgia: Raspberry & Chocolate Shortbread BarsA very long time ago, when I was a child, I decided that chocolate and raspberries was a combination made in heaven, and that any treat made with these two delicious ingredients would be at the top of my holiday list. Few questions please: Can I use a 9 x 13 pan? —Judy Taylor, Shreveport, LouisianaGet RecipeTaste of HomeMaine: Blueberry Lattice BarsSince our area has an annual blueberry festival, my daughters and I are always looking for new berry recipes to enter in the cooking contest. With creamy frosting and big banana flavor, this treat is a real crowd-pleaser. —Mary Boge, Red Boiling Springs, TennesseeGet RecipeTaste of HomeTexas: White Chocolate Cranberry-Orange BarsThis is my take on my mother's recipe for chocolate chunk bars, which she made every Christmas Eve. —Sue Bolsinger, Anchorage, AlaskaGet RecipeTaste of HomeArizona: Lemon BarsThese easy lemon bars are a delightful recipe from my mother's file. The strawberry is probably my favorite! —Shirley A. Glaab, Hattiesburg, MississippiGet RecipeTaste of HomeMissouri: Easy Cake Mix BarsI take this dessert to work for Friday pick-me-ups. Just made chocolate brownies. Our family is scattered across the country now; making these reminds me of home. I had to improvise, because I only had 3 eggs. I made these banana squares often. Ohhh yes! food and drink. Here are other foods you can eat past their use-by date. They’re a fun twist on the traditional marshmallow crispy treats…and because they’re so easy, older kids could whip up a batch on their own! These rich and fudgy cake mix brownies are so chocolatey and delicious! This cake is incredible. They don’t, but you could certainly add one. . Wish you lived next door, really. —Angela Kamakana Baptista , Hilo, HawaiiGet RecipeTaste of HomeIdaho: Toffee Turtle SquaresHere's an easy way to make turtle candy for a big group. I am using sugar free chocolate cake mix and added pecans. —Glenna Tooman, Boise, IdahoGet RecipeTaste of HomeIllinois: Chocolate Chip BlondiesFolks who love the flavor of the classic cookie will enjoy that same great flavor in these chocolate chip bars. Add Any Extras – Once the batter is made, add in anything else you like in your brownies. Really needed a boost today and these brownies were just the thing. So glad they turned out well for you!! I think a cake would have been better. I find it amazing so many liked it, but we all have different tastes. Bake 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted two inches from the side comes out clean. How do you make lemon brownies from cake mix? Instead of using brownie mix, you can use pudding and cake mixes for moist, equally scrumptious results. I just kind of came up with it one day when I wanted to make some brownies for a family get-together, but realized that I was out of cocoa powder. Annamarie Higley is an Associate Print Editor for Taste of Home magazine, as well as the brand's special issue publications. Get the latest recipes delivered right to your inbox and get my Breakfast Bites E-Book - all for FREE! Hi! I've been making these pecan pie bars for many years. Who would have thought black bean brownies would be so amazing? The short answer is yes. Claudia. Cooking gluten-free normally requires adjustment and it might depend on which brand you use as well. I love how creative it is. But my family likes them so much, they ask me to make them all year long! This is a great recipe to teach your kids- it’s practically foolproof, and has endless options for “whatever’s in the pantry.” Thanks so much! Wonderful! I will definitely be checking out other recipes from this sight. Pretzels in the crust. Required fields are marked*. Cool – You’ll want to let them cool most of the way before slicing them so they slice cleanly. They were enjoyed by all. For this recipe, I added some pecans and chocolate chips as well. Plus calling the strawberry ones pinkies and the lemon ones yellowies just sounds weird, right? Instead of using brownie mix, you can use pudding and cake mixes for moist, equally scrumptious results. And added sugar free chocolate chips. Despite my love of brownies, I must admit I rarely take the time to make them from scratch. Feel free to use any flavor pie filling to suit your taste. They don’t typically love sweets and their comments was–Ohhh..yeahhh! Thank you for the recipe and the awesome name. It’s now a keeper and must make in the summer. Your email address will not be published. They are simply unbeatable! These cake mix brownies are incredibly easy to make, but still totally delicious. Leave us a comment below and let us know how you liked these tasty brownies made from cake mix. Everyone will want this recipe. These bars are very rich, so a little square will do ya. Stationed in Puerto Rico, we had banana trees growing in our yard, so I found ways to use dozens of ripe bananas at a time. I combined them! This easy lemon bar recipe has a wonderful tangy flavor, and they're always a hit. Pour glaze over the "yellowies" as soon as they come out of the oven. Don't worry, we won't ever send you spam and you can unsubscribe at any time. Cool the Lemon Brownies completely and do not glaze them. Also making the regular lemon cake mix with almonds. Try lime juice and zest for a zingy twist. Find the best dessert recipe in every state. —Flo Burtnett, Gage, OklahomaGet RecipeTaste of HomeOregon: Sour Cream and Cranberry BarsI turned sour cream raisin pie into a cookie bar with a crunchy oatmeal crust, custard-style filling and crisp topping. So, I guess, technically – by today’s standards, you’re correct. I've been serving it for many years. youtu.be/mth29O423Vg Also if I used a white cake and added a package of butterscotch pudding would I need to add or adjust eggs, oil, etc…? (Privacy Policy) *. —Kathleen Rhodebeck, Penacook, New HampshireGet RecipeTaste of HomeNew Jersey: Lemony Coconut BarsThese lemony and chewy bars make a refreshing addition to the holiday cookie tray. Iam not much of a lemon person, but wow these was so good. Stacey Little's Southern Food & Recipe Blog. Spoon batter into your prepared brownie pan. Photos made my mouth water. Thank you for this easy and in this time, oh-so-necessary, switch-up for shape-shifting things on hand to accommodate things we want! Craving cake, cookies or some other treats?