Coconutty M&Ms Brownies Recipe

Name: Coconutty M&Ms Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces semisweet baking chocolate (6 squares); ¾ cup sugar; ½ cup butter (1 stick); 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 ½ cups M&M's semi-sweet chocolate baking bits (M&M's Chocolate Mini Baking Bits per the recipe); ½ cup butter (1 stick); ⅓ cup light brown sugar, firmly packed; ⅓ cup light corn syrup; 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted; ¾ cup pecans, chopped; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

6 ounces semisweet baking chocolate (6 squares)
¾ cup sugar
½ cup butter (1 stick)
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups M&M's semi-sweet chocolate baking bits (M&M's Chocolate Mini Baking Bits per the recipe)
½ cup butter (1 stick)
⅓ cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
⅓ cup light corn syrup
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted
¾ cup pecans, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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BROWNIES:.
2
Preheat oven to 350F
3
Prepare 8X8X2-inch baking pan by lightly greasing it; set aside.
4
Combine chocolate, sugar and butter in small saucepan and place over low heat; stir constantly until chocolate is melted.
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Remove from heat; let cool a bit.
6
Beat eggs, oil, and vanilla in large bowl.
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Stir in chocolate mixture until well blended.
8
Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt in medium bowl; add to chocolate mixture.
9
Stir in 1 cup M&Ms Chocolate Mini Baking Bits.
10
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
11
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until cake tester inserted in center come out clean.
12
Cool completely on wire rack.
13
Prepare Coconut Topping.
14
Spread over brownies; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup M&Ms Chocolate Mini Baking Bits.
15
Cut into bars.
16
Store in tightly covered container.
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COCONUT TOPPING:
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In large saucepan melt butter over medium heat; stirring constantly, add in brown sugar and corn syrup until thick and bubbly.
19
Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients.

1779

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces semisweet baking chocolate (6 squares), ¾ cup sugar, ½ cup butter (1 stick), 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Coconutty M&Ms Brownies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Coconutty M&Ms Brownies

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Variations & substitutions

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