What is traditional food for the 4th of July?

Classic 4th of July foods include burgers, hot dogs, grilled corn, potato salad, watermelon, and patriotic desserts like brownies, cookies, and pies.

Why is National Brownie Day celebrated?

National Brownie Day celebrates one of America’s favorite desserts. People enjoy baking and sharing brownies because they are simple, rich, and perfect for gatherings.

What is in a Killer Brownie?

A Killer Brownie usually contains layers of rich brownie batter, caramel, chocolate chips, and other sweet fillings for an extra decadent dessert.

What are good fourth of July desserts?

Popular desserts include strawberry shortcake, patriotic cookies, cheesecake bars, ice cream cakes, and these festive 4th of July Brownies.

4th of July Brownies Amazing Fudgy Party Treat

Name: 4th of July Brownies Amazing Fudgy Party Treat
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup 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; Red gel food coloring; Blue gel food coloring; Decorative sugar or sprinkles

Description

Fudgy 4th of July Brownies with hidden patriotic sandwich cookies, colorful sprinkles, and chewy chocolate centers.

Ingredients

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1½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup 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

Red gel food coloring

Blue gel food coloring

Decorative sugar or sprinkles

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an individual brownie pan or a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.

2. Separate the sandwich cookies and scrape the filling into bowls. Tint portions of the filling red and blue while leaving some white. Transfer fillings into small bags and pipe alternating colored stripes back onto the cookies before reassembling.

3. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.

4. In a mixer, beat shortening, sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy. Mix in dry ingredients, then stir in chocolate chips.

5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of batter into each brownie cavity. Press a prepared cookie into the center and cover with additional batter until hidden. Smooth the tops and add sprinkles.

6. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the tops are set. Cool completely before removing from the pan.

Notes

The brownies have a crunchy exterior with a soft, fudgy center.

This recipe works in both individual brownie pans and standard baking pans.

Different sprinkle and filling colors can be used for holidays, sports themes, or celebrations.

Packaged sandwich cookies and boxed brownie mix can be substituted for quicker preparation.

Extra chocolate cookies can be crushed for toppings or dipped in peanut butter.

Colored sandwich cookies can also be dipped in chocolate instead of baked into brownies.

Brownies stay chewy and travel well because the chocolate is baked inside.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: 4th of July
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 312