SAND ART BROWNIES

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A jar of this attractive layered mix produces a yummy batch of fudgy brownies that are dressed up with chocolate chips and M&M's. If you need a quick gift for a neighbor or teacher, this is a delicious solution. -Joan Hohwald, Lodi, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup baking cocoa
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk chocolate M&M's
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
3 large eggs, room temperature
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Combine flour, salt and baking powder. In a 1-qt. glass container, layer flour mixture, cocoa, sugar, brown sugar, chocolate chips and M&M's, packing well between each layer. Cover and store in a cool, dry place up to 6 months. Yield: 1 batch (about 4 cups total). , To prepare brownies: Preheat oven to 350°. Beat eggs, oil and vanilla. Stir in brownie mix. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake until center is set, 26-28 minutes (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.