Shortcut Mexican Brownies

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 14

Mexican-inspired Brownies with a Twist

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

20-25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

283

Sugar

28g

Fat

15g

If you're a fan of chocolate and Mexican-inspired flavors, these Shortcut Mexican Brownies are the perfect dessert for you. Made with a boxed brownie mix, these brownies are super easy to make and take just 25 minutes in the oven. What sets them apart from regular brownies is the addition of cinnamon and almond extract, which give them a unique flavor profile. These brownies are perfect for potlucks, office parties, or simply as a sweet treat at the end of a long day.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the brownie mix, water, oil, eggs, cinnamon, and almond extract.
3.	Pour the batter evenly into a 9-inch square baking pan.
4.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5.	Let cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

PROS

These brownies are quick and easy to make, requiring only 6 ingredients.

The addition of cinnamon and almond extract give them a unique Mexican-inspired twist that sets them apart from regular brownies.

CONS

This recipe uses a boxed brownie mix, which isn’t as healthy as making brownies from scratch.

The brownies are quite sweet, so they may not be suitable for those who don’t have a sweet tooth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these brownies aren’t particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to balancing blood sugar levels and improving heart health.

	1 Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix
	1/4 cup water
	1/2 cup oil
	2 eggs
	2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
	1/2 teaspoon almond extract