Chocolate Pudding Brownies

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Ultra-fudgy, moist chocolate bars made with instant pudding mix for a rich, dessert-like texture.
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Chocolate Pudding Brownies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 117.5

Description

These Chocolate Pudding Brownies are the ultimate shortcut dessert for anyone who loves a dense, fudgy chocolate treat. By incorporating a box of regular chocolate pudding mix into the batter, you achieve an incredibly moist and tender crumb that surpasses standard brownies. The combination of butter, sugar, and eggs creates a rich base, while chopped nuts add a delightful crunch against the soft chocolate. They are simple to mix up, requiring no fancy equipment or techniques. Perfect for potlucks, school events, or a quick weeknight indulgence, these bars satisfy any chocolate craving. Dust them with powdered sugar for a pretty finish and enjoy the gooey, decadent results.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, chocolate pudding mix, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated and no dry streaks remain.
  6. Fold in the chopped nuts with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, sift powdered sugar over the top if desired, then cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 117.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.6g8%
Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
Cholesterol 31.1mg11%
Sodium 268.6mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 17.1g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 12.7g
Protein 1.9g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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