Easy No-Bake Brownies
Easy No-Bake Brownies are a quick, fuss-free dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with a chewy, fudgy texture without the need for an oven. Perfect for busy days or unexpected guests, these brownies are versatile, kid-friendly, and customizable with nuts, dried fruits, or different chocolates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free biscuits are used)
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 can (about 14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups crushed biscuits or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or preferred nuts)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Additional variations such as 1/4 cup peanut butter or peppermint extract as per preference
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and crush the biscuits into fine crumbs to ensure an even texture.
- Melt Butter and Mix with Condensed Milk: Gently melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until smooth and fully combined.
- Add Cocoa Powder and Vanilla: Mix in the cocoa powder and vanilla extract thoroughly, making sure the mixture is lump-free and silky smooth.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Fold the crushed biscuits along with any optional nuts or chocolate chips into the mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer and Set: Pour the mixture into a lined baking pan, spread evenly, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until firm. Slice into brownies before serving.
Notes
- Use quality cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-process) for deeper chocolate flavor.
- Chill brownies thoroughly to achieve a firm, fudgy texture.
- Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal without crumbling.
- Taste the mixture before chilling and adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk or cocoa powder if needed.
- Store brownies refrigerated to maintain freshness and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximately 1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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