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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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4th of July M&M Brownies

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&Ms. Everyone will love this chocolatey treat!
5 from 20 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 4th of July Brownies, M&M Brownies
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 24 brownies

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 18 oz. box milk chocolate brownie mix use your favorite brand
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 3/4 cup Red, White, and Blue mix mini M&Ms

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 13×9 inch pan or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl mix the brownie mix, oil, water, and eggs according to the package instructions.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then remove and sprinkle the M&Ms on top and place the brownies back in the oven for 13-15 more minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the brownies cool and cut into squares, serve, and enjoy!
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Notes

Recipe Notes: 
  • Leftovers: 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.
  • Cut the brownies out with a star cookie cutter to make these even more festive!
  • Place parchment paper on the bottom of your baking dish for easy cleanup and the brownies will lift right up. 
  • Use a plastic knife to cut the brownies for a clean cut. You will be amazed at how perfect the brownies will look.
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20 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    These are definitely on my list to make for the 4th! What an easy recipe and they just look so festive. They might not even make it to the picnic if I make them too early. lol And thanks for all the fantastic ideas to give these brownies a new twist.

  2. 5 stars
    I gifted these m&m brownies to our local volunteer fire department and they were so grateful. The few that I kept back at home for us were devoured within minutes of my cutting them. A hit!

  3. 5 stars
    Such a fun and festive treat for the upcoming holiday! These look so yummy and are so easy to make too. You can never go wrong with brownies!

  4. 5 stars
    Brownies are the best, and the red white and blue M&Ms make it perfect for July 4th. Made a trial run for our bunco party. They were a hit.

  5. 5 stars
    You can never go wrong with homemade brownies! These are perfect for a 4th of July celebration! Thanks for the share!

  6. 5 stars
    We don’t celebrate 4th July here in Italy but I love how easy this recipe is and how many variation ideas you give. Going to bookmark this recipe for when my kids bring their kids to visit!