Fudgy M&M's Brownies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels, divided
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2 cup granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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1 cup M&M's candies, divided
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
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In a medium sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and add in 1/2 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate morsels with the sugar. Stir until combined and morsels are melted.
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Add in eggs, one at a time, stirring after each addition.
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Add in vanilla extract.
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Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Using big strokes, stir JUST until combined and no longer see dry ingredients.
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Fold in remaining semi-sweet morsels and 1/2 cup of the M&M's candies. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
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Sprinkle the top with the remaining M&M's candies.
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Bake for 38 minutes. Remove from oven and cool COMPLETELY before cutting.
# Notes:
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Avoid over mixing. Mixing the batter too much or too vigorously will incorporate more air, making the brownies cakey and crumbly.
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Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean up.
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Use a plastic knife for easiest cutting. Make sure the brownies are completely cooled, then slice in long smooth motions.
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Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy within 1 week.
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Freeze brownies wrapped individually in plastic wrap then in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw on counter or refrigerator.