Ingredients
- 1 box of brownie mix (plus the ingredients needed to prepare it)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (optional for drizzling)
Equipment Needed
- 9×13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer (optional but recommended for the frosting)
- Rubber spatula
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions. I love to use a box mix because it saves time and guarantees a fudgy texture. Once the brownie batter is ready, pour it into your greased 9×13 inch baking dish and bake it for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. The smell of brownies baking is simply intoxicating! Once out of the oven, allow it to cool completely before moving onto the next step. (See the next page below to continue steps…)