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Neiman Marcus Brownie: Copycat Fudgy Cake Mix Brownies

Deliciously rich and fudgy brownies made from chocolate cake mix, butter, and chocolate chips, topped with a cocoa-powdered sugar dusting.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 squares 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 box (about 15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Mix the melted butter, chocolate cake mix, eggs, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the chocolate chips and fold in the nuts if using.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. Mix the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then sprinkle over the batter.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool the brownies in the pan, then cut into 12-16 squares.

Notes

For a vegan version, use flax eggs. Ensure to sift powdered sugar for a smoother dusting.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: brownies, dessert, chocolate, fudgy, cake mix