13 Fudgy Brownies Everyone Will Love

These brownie ideas cover creative mix ins, holiday themes, playful designs, and small batch treats. Each option brings its own style, ranging from candy filled bars to simple cocoa based classics. Some lean on shortcuts while others highlight rich chocolate textures. This selection offers a large variety for home bakers who enjoy trying different flavors.

Air Fryer Brownies

Close-up of three chocolate brownies with visible nuts stacked on a white surface, with more brownies and chocolate chips in the background. — Air Fryer Brownies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

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These brownies bake in a compact space, creating a soft center with lightly crisp edges. The batter rises evenly for a balanced texture. The small batch size keeps things simple. The brownies set quickly and hold their shape well.
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Banana Pudding Brownies

A slice of banana nut cake topped with white frosting and whipped cream, served on a white plate with a banana slice and a fork. Whole bananas are in the background. — Banana Pudding Brownies. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Banana flavor blends with chocolate for a sweet, custard like twist. Pieces of cookie or wafer add gentle crunch. The bars cool into soft layers with distinct flavors. The combination brings a familiar dessert vibe in brownie form.
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Best Fudgy Low Carb Brownies

A stack of chocolate brownies topped with a red chili pepper sits on a dark plate, with more brownies and a blurred red object in the background. — Best Fudgy Low Carb Brownies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

These brownies rely on alternative ingredients to keep the texture thick and fudgy. The chocolate remains the strongest flavor. They bake into a tender center that firms as it cools. Each piece stays rich without being overly heavy.
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Buckeye Brownies

Three chocolate and peanut butter layered dessert bars are stacked on a wire rack, with more bars and a small metal cup of chocolate chunks nearby. — Buckeye Brownies. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A layer of peanut butter sits on top of a dense chocolate base. Chocolate topping adds a smooth finish. The layers cut into neat squares. Each bite blends peanut butter sweetness with deep cocoa notes.
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Chocolate Cake Mix Brownies.

Several chocolate brownies are stacked on parchment paper next to a small glass bottle of milk, with a white plate and napkin in the background. — Chocolate Cake Mix Brownies.. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Cake mix creates a quick base with deep chocolate flavor. The bars turn out thick and slightly chewy. Add ins can be folded in without changing the structure. They slice neatly once cooled.
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Coffee Brownies for Two

Two chocolate brownies are stacked on a white plate with coffee beans scattered around them. — Coffee Brownies for Two. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This small batch treat mixes cocoa with coffee for a bold flavor. The batter bakes quickly due to the smaller size. Each serving stays soft and rich. The coffee heightens the chocolate without overwhelming it.
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Cosmic Brownies

Two chocolate brownies topped with colorful candy-coated chocolates are stacked on a white plate, with a few candies scattered around. — Cosmic Brownies. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Colorful candy bits scatter across a smooth chocolate topping. The brownie layer stays dense and tender. The topping adds a slight crunch. The bright colors give them a playful look.
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Crazy Christmas Tree Brownies

Five Christmas tree-shaped cookies decorated with green icing, smiling faces, red bow ties, and placed on a snowflake-patterned background. — Crazy Christmas Tree Brownies. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Brownies are cut into triangles and decorated with green frosting or candy. The base stays soft and chocolaty. The decorations give them a cheerful holiday theme. They hold together well and present nicely on a platter.
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Cream Cheese Brownies

A close-up of marble cheesecake brownies, showing layers of chocolate brownie and creamy cheesecake swirled together. — Cream Cheese Brownies. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

A creamy layer swirls through the chocolate batter. The contrast between tangy cream cheese and rich cocoa adds depth. The bars cool into a marbled pattern. Each square shows distinct ribbons of white and dark.
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Dirt and Worms Brownies

Chocolate brownies topped with crushed cookies and gummy worms, arranged in rows. — Dirt and Worms Brownies. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Crushed cookies and gummy worms sit on top of the brownies for a playful design. The cookie crumbs add light crunch. The gummy candy brings a fun visual touch. Kids often enjoy the themed presentation.
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Double Chocolate Cherry Brownies

A stack of chocolate cherry brownies is surrounded by fresh cherries, with a bowl of cherries and two glasses of milk in the background. — Double Chocolate Cherry Brownies. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

Dark chocolate and cherry pieces create a flavorful blend. Extra chocolate chunks melt into the batter. The cherries add moisture and color. The brownies remain dense without losing structure.
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Flourless Brownies

Brownie squares arranged on a black wire cooling rack, viewed from above. — Flourless Brownies. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

These brownies rely on chocolate and eggs for structure. The result is dense and intensely chocolaty. A thin crust forms on top as they bake. They slice cleanly once cooled.
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Fudgy Superfood Brownies

Two stacked chocolate brownies topped with dried goji berries and cacao nibs on a white surface. — Fudgy Superfood Brownies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

The batter includes ingredients that add texture and subtle flavor variety. The brownies remain thick and moist. Cocoa stays the strongest note. Small mix ins add gentle crunch or color.
Get the Recipe: Fudgy Superfood Brownies