Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Brownie Base
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even baking of the brownies.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. This helps to incorporate air for a fudgy texture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the brownies fudgy.
Add the Monster Cookie Mix-ins
- Fold in the oats, chocolate chips, M&M's, and peanut butter until evenly distributed. The peanut butter adds richness and a hint of saltiness.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake the Brownies
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. This indicates that the brownies are fudgy and not overbaked.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and Enjoy
- Once cooled, cut the brownies into squares and serve. Enjoy the rich, fudgy texture combined with the chewy oats and crunchy M&M's!
Nutrition
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. For best results, allow brownies to come to room temperature before serving.
