What's the Best Brownie Mix for Thicker Brownies?

[PChefPEI]

I made these the other day, but I didn't have enough batter to go in the entire bar pan! They were really thin too when I was done. I figure I must have used the wrong kind of brownie mix.

What kind do you guys use??

 

[ljeffries]

I use whatever is on sale! The batter is quite thin and has to be spread. Did you make them using the 'cake-like' recipe? That makes them rise a little more. I am about to make a batch right now for a show tomorrow night!

 

[PChefPEI]

I didn't quite get the "cake-like" recipe part. It said to add the oil, eggs and water, but it didn't have amounts and the brownie mix I got said that you only had to add water......I was confused..........but they were really delicious!!

 

[ljeffries]

That's what the problem was, then! Use a brownie that calls for eggs, oil and water. On the box, there will be a part of the recipe that will say 'for cake-like brownies..' and then tell you what to do. Typically it is just adding another egg. Typically, the box brownie mixes will work.

 

[cathyskitchen]

I use the Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownie mix that you can get at Costco (I think there are 6 mixes in a box). It's out of this world, especially with this recipe!! Definitely do the "cake-like" brownies to get a thicker batter.

 

[Carissidy]

You definitely need to buy the brownies with both the cake-like brownies and fudgy! Use the cake-like and they are awesome! Just have some milk or ice cream near buy

 

[PChefPEI]

Thank you guys!!! I knew you guys would know the answer!

Guess I'll have to try them again this weekend.....hope that won't be too tough!! hehe Will have to make them on Sunday so I can take them to work Monday, or else I'll be eating them all myself, just like the last batch!!

 

[DebbieJ]

Make sure you buy a big enough box, too. Check the recipe to see what size it recommends. Here in the US it's an 18 oz box.

 

[peichef]

MF: I had trouble spreading them, too, but managed eventually. I find that sometimes the recipes are catered more to the US grocery selection than the CDN (or Maritime)
For example, have you ever been able to find white chocoalte or cheesecake flavoured pudding mix?!? Doesn't exist in these parts

 

[Chefstover2]

I've been wanting to try this recipe but can't for the life of me find Rollos...any suggestions for substitutions?

 

[chefheidi2003]

I've been wanting to try this recipe but can't for the life of me find Rollos...any suggestions for substitutions?

Not to insult you but did you look at the checkout counter. That is where I normally find them.

 

[PChefPEI]

I've been wanting to try this recipe but can't for the life of me find Rollos...any suggestions for substitutions?

I found mine in the chocolate/candy aisle at the grocery store. I actually used mini ones.

 

[PChefPEI]

MF: I had trouble spreading them, too, but managed eventually. I find that sometimes the recipes are catered more to the US grocery selection than the CDN (or Maritime)
For example, have you ever been able to find white chocoalte or cheesecake flavoured pudding mix?!? Doesn't exist in these parts

You're absolutely right! Especially in the Maritimes, although we are getting better......sllllooooowwwwwlllyyyyy!!!

 

[Cassie1037]

I've been wanting to try this recipe but can't for the life of me find Rollos...any suggestions for substitutions?

I have also used Carmellos, chopped them in half (well each square in half, or quarters) and spread over top of brownies... mmmm I'm doing rollos for a party tonight though. :thumbup:

 

[jenniferknapp]

What about ordering from an online candy shop like candydirect.com?

 

[acdugger]

Can someone give me this recipe? I have my first show next week.
Andrea

 

[Denarella]

I've been wanting to try this recipe but can't for the life of me find Rollos...any suggestions for substitutions?

I was looking for the roll of Rollos and found them bagged in the candy aisle at the grocery store. Should be no prob with Halloween around the corner!

 

[PC1]

Try looking at Walmarts, that's where I found a good size bag of them, even had a few left over ; ) . They were delicious!

 

[BethCooks4U]

Warm Nutty Caramel Brownies

Preheat oven to 375. Lightly brush large par pan with oil. Combine brownie mix, water, oil, eggs (amounts stated on box of brownie mix for 9x13 pan), and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Fold in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips. Pour batter into bar pan. Chop 1/2 cup salted mixed nuts with food chopper and combine with 1/2 cup brown sugar. Sprinkle over batter. Bake 20-22 minutes.

Meanwhile, cut 16 Rollo's candies into quarters. Put remaining chocolate chips from 12 oz bag into prep bowl and microwave for one minute. Spoon into decorator bottle or ziploc bag.

Remove bar pan from oven. Immediately press remaining 24 caramel candies into brownie in 4 rows of 6 candies each. Sprinkle quartered candy and 1/2 cup chopped nuts evenly over brownies. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top. (I then demo the microplane by grating a few nuts over the top.)

Cut into squares and serve warm with ice cream if desired.

 

[acdugger]

Thanks!
Andrea

 

[Manda2831]

I made mine using a "family size" mix. . . one that would fit in a 9x13 pan.