4th of July M&M Brownies

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These festive M&M Brownies are the perfect treat to celebrate the 4th of July! Made with boxed brownie mix, then topped with mini M&M’s. Everyone will love this chocolatey treat!

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These M&M Fudge Brownies are the easiest to make and so perfect for the 4th of July! You can really make these M&M Brownies all year round just by switching out the colors of the M&Ms. 

You can’t go wrong with brownies for dessert! Everyone loves them and they are incredibly satisfying whether you make Homemade Brownies or use a box mix.

I used boxed brownie mix to make these 4th of July Brownies because it’s just too easy and requires little effort. Topped with colorful and festive M&Ms that add more fun, chocolatey goodness, and a slight crunch. 

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE M&M BROWNIES

Super easy: since these brownies are made from a brownie mix, you don’t need to do a lot of work. Simply follow the box directions and add M&Ms on top. (Be sure to read my recipe notes)

Makes the best dessert: enjoy these brownies just as they are or make them into Brownie Sundaes by adding a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Made with box mix:  you can use any favorite brownie mix. We love milk chocolate, fudge, or double chocolate mix the most but any will work perfectly. 

Easy cleanup: you only need one bowl to make these brownies and I line the baking dish with parchment paper so all you have to do is lift the brownies out once cooled.

RECIPE TIPS

Cut the brownies out with a star cookie cutter to make these even more festive!

If you want to add more sweetness, drizzle the top of the brownies with white chocolate, frosting, and/or sprinkles. 

Make these brownies all year round by using different M&M colors for different holidays and occasions. Use regular rainbow M&Ms for birthdays, celebrations or anytime you’re craving M&M Brownies!

Place parchment paper on the bottom of your baking dish for easy cleanup and the brownies will lift right up. 

My favorite tip…use a plastic knife to cut the brownies for a clean cut. You will be amazed at how perfect the brownies will look.

VARIATIONS

Peanut Butter Brownies: add 1/4 cup of peanut butter to the batter or add in peanut butter chocolate chips. You could also swirl in the peanut butter.

Brownies with nuts: add a handful of your favorite chopped nuts to the batter or sprinkle them on top. 

Salted Caramel Brownies: add caramel bits or swirl in caramel to the batter and sprinkle with sea salt. 

S’mores Brownies: top the brownies with crushed graham crackers, chocolate chips, and marshmallows.

Use other M&M flavors and colors to give the brownies a delicious flavor such as peanut butter, caramel, pretzel, mint, and brownie. 

Add some crunch by adding a handful of chopped graham crackers, pretzels, or toffee bits to the batter or on top of brownies.

LEFTOVERS & STORAGE

To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container or wrap with plastic wrap at room temperature for 4-5 days. 

To Freeze: Place cooled brownies in an airtight container or heavy-duty ziplock bag. You can also freeze the whole pan of brownies if you prefer. Freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, let the brownies sit out on the counter for a few hours.

OTHER FESTIVE 4th OF JULY RECIPES

• Sugar Cookie Truffles
• Mixed Berry Salad
• Firecracker Cake
• Mini Cheesecake Bites with Berries
• Patriotic Cheesecake Bites
• Red, White and Blue Strawberries

OTHER BROWNIE RECIPES

• Homemade Brownies
• Heart-Shaped Brownies
• Brownie Cookies
• Cookie Dough Brownies
• Christmas Tree Brownies
• Salted Caramel Brownie Pie
• Zucchini Brownies

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