Sand Castle Brownie Mix
Transform your dessert table into a seaside escape with the enchanting Sand Castle Brownie Mix! This unique brownie recipe combines rich layers of indulgent chocolate with a whimsical crumb topping made from crushed graham crackers, light brown sugar, and mini chocolate chips, giving the treat a playful sandy texture. Featuring pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar, these brownies boast a from-scratch decadence, elevated by the buttery vanilla aroma and soft, moist crumb. Quick and easy to prepare, this chocolate brownie recipe pairs perfectly with summer gatherings or beach-themed parties. Whether served as a centerpiece dessert or as playful squares alongside coffee, each bite delivers rich chocolate flavor under a delightful sand-like topping.
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Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, flour, salt, and baking powder.
Step 3
In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until the mixture forms a thick batter.
Step 5
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out with a spatula.
Step 6
For the sand-like crumb topping, mix the light brown sugar, crushed graham crackers, and mini chocolate chips in a small bowl.
Step 7
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the brownie batter, pressing it gently into the surface to create a textured finish.
Step 8
Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Step 9
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan.
Step 10
Once cooled, cut into squares, serve, and enjoy this sandy, chocolaty treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1071.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4017.9 |
| Total Fat 149.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 84.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 630.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2182.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 712.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 72.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 440.6g | |
| Protein 70.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 449.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 41.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3328.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories