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These Brownie Cupcakes are the best chocolate dessert. They are fudgy and chocolatey brownies in the shape of a cupcakes that can be frosted with any frosting you’d like – these are epic!

cupcake made of brownies with chocolate frosting on top.


Brownie Cupcakes from a mix

Not only are brownies delicious and easy to make, but this recipe takes easy to the next level! These cupcakes are made from a box mix, which you can use your favorite brand. If you would like to make the recipe all from scratch, you can make my brownie cupcakes from scratch! But if you need an easy recipe on the go–this ones for you.

These cupcakes have the best flavor and texture and are so good with a frosting on top. These are one of my favorite cupcake recipes ever – even better than cupcakes made from chocolate cake! Use your favorite frosting and you have brownie cupcakes in no time at all.

ingredients in brownie cupcakes laid out on a marble counter.

Ingredients Needed

  • Brownie Mix: Use a standard size brownie mix made for a 9×13-inch pan.
  • Vegetable Oil: You can also use melted unsalted butter.
  • Frosting: Use any kind of frosting you want – canned or homemade frosting.

Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!

How to make Easy Brownie Cupcakes

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line pans with muffin cups.
  • Stir brownie mix with oil, water, and eggs in a large bowl with a wooden spoon or spatula until mostly smooth. You can do this by hand or with an electric mixer.
  • Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full. Bake 18-25 minutes in the preheated oven until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cupcake. Cool completely before frosting.
  • Frost as desired. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
cupcake made of brownies with chocolate frosting on top.

Expert Tips

FAQs

Can you freeze these cupcakes?

You can! Freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2 months!

cupcake made of brownies with chocolate frosting on top.

Brownie Cupcakes from a mix

5 from 1 vote
These brownie cupcakes are delicious and easy to make. They are fudgy and sweet and can be made straight from a box mix!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Yield 12 cupcakes
Serving Size 1 serving

Ingredients
 

  • 1 box brownie mix (for a 9×13-inch pan)
  • ½ cup (118ml) vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) water
  • 3 large eggs
  • Chocolate Frosting or frosting of choice
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cupcake pans with liners.
  • Mix brownie mix with oil, water, and eggs in a large bowl with a wooden spoon or spatula until mostly smooth (batter may have small lumps).
  • Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full. Bake 18-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cupcake. Cool completely before frosting.
  • Frost as desired. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Recipe Notes

Use any frosting for these: chocolate frosting, cream cheese frosting, vanilla buttercream – there are so many options.

Recipe Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 15mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information not guaranteed to be accurate
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

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Last Updated on January 8, 2024



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