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4th of July Brownies

4th of July Brownies

Celebrate Independence Day with these delicious 4th of July Brownies, the ultimate patriotic dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with a colorful surprise! Each brownie features a crunchy exterior and a soft, fudge-like center, enhanced by vibrant red and blue fillings from sandwich cookies. Perfect for BBQs, family gatherings, or as thoughtful care packages, these brownies are sure to impress guests with their festive flair and delightful taste. Easy to make and visually stunning, they will become your go-to dessert for summer celebrations!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup baking cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • ⅔ cup butter-flavored vegetable shortening
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 27 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos)
  • Food coloring gel (red and blue)
  • Decorative sugar or sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare your brownie pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. In a mixer bowl, cream together shortening and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients then fold in mini chocolate chips.
  5. Assemble: Place batter in the pan, press sandwich cookie into the center of each portion, and cover with more batter.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes for individual cups or 20-25 minutes for a full pan until tops are firm.
  7. Cool completely before cutting and serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Experiment with different sandwich cookies or add nuts for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.