If there’s one dessert that never goes out of style, it has to be brownies. Rich, chocolatey, and brownies are more versatile than you might think! They can be dressed up for holidays, layered into over-the-top treats, or kept simple and classic for those moments when only a deeply fudgy square will do.

My brownie recipe collection is packed with all kinds of brownie inspiration, from timeless from-scratch favorites to cheesecake swirls, salted caramel creations, s’mores twists, ice cream cakes, brownie bites, skillet brownies, and more.

If you’re baking for a party, a family movie night, a summer get-together, or just because you’re craving chocolate, there’s something here with your name on it. You’ll find decadent options with peanut butter, mint, Oreos, pretzels, pecans, marshmallow, and even a few boozy spins that make these brownies feel extra special. Some are gooey and indulgent, some are playful and unexpected, but every single one delivers big brownie energy.

So grab a glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee, and get ready to meet your next chocolate obsession. From simple and nostalgic to completely outrageous, these brownie recipes are proof that there’s no wrong way to fall in love with brownies.

17 Delicious Brownie Recipes

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Nutty Irishman Frosted Brownies: Omg the combination of Bailey's, hazelnut, and fudgy chocolate brownie is insane! Really simple and straightforward recipe, I'll definitely be making it again. food desserts chocolate

Nutty Irishman Frosted Brownies

Make these Nutty Irishman frosted brownies this St. Patrick’s day! The Bailey’s and hazelnut liqueur in the frosting tastes so good with the chocolate!
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Cheesecake Brownies

These marbled cheesecake brownies are a total crowd pleaser! The combination of rich, fudgy chocolate and tangy cream cheese just can’t miss!
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Salted caramel brownies stacked on top of one another.

Salted Caramel Brownies

Salted Caramel Brownies: an ooey-gooey treat that combines rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with the most incredible caramel. So indulgent! 
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Brownie Pudding Cake- ooey-gooey and sweet, so chocolate-y, with crunchy walnuts in every bite! This is comfort food at its best.

Brownie Pudding Cake

If you’re craving a soft, warm chocolate dessert, then you need this brownie pudding cake. Magically makes its own gooey sauce as it bakes!

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Smore's brownies with toasted marshmallow.

S’mores Brownies

S'mores brownies: Deeply chocolate-y, fudgy brownies baked over crunchy graham crackers, with a fluffy, toasty marshmallow swirl topping.
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stack of chocolate brownies

Simply Perfect Brownies from Scratch

Gooey, fudgy brownies, with the deepest, darkest, most intense chocolate flavor EVER! Easy, one-bowl recipe, from scratch, pantry staples, no mixer needed.
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Soft chewy brownie cookies from scratch

Brownie Cookies

Satisfy your chocolate craving with these fudge brownie cookies! They’re so soft & chewy, and the recipe is super quick & easy to make!
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Stack of peanut butter brownies stuffed and swirled with peanut butter, on a blue background with an orange napkin in the background.

Peanut Butter Brownies

Fudgy dark chocolate brownies, marbled with a peanut butter swirl! So quick and easy to make, from scratch! If you like Reese’s, you’ll love these peanut butter brownies.
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Mint Chocolate Chip Brownie Ice Cream Cake- a generous layer of homemade no-churn mint chocolate chip ice cream over a chewy brownie crust. Swoon!

Mint Chocolate Chip Brownie Ice Cream Cake

This mint chocolate chip brownie ice cream cake makes a beautiful and special summer treat. It looks fancy but it’s super-simple to make, with no ice cream maker required!

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Salted Caramel Turtle Brownie Ice Cream- homemade vanilla ice cream swirled with salted caramel sauce and studded with brownies and TURTLES® caramel nut clusters. OMG! #turtles #ad

Salted Caramel Turtle Brownie Ice Cream

Sweet vanilla ice cream is swirled throughout with rich salted caramel sauce, and studded with chunks of fudgy brownies and TURTLES® clusters.

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Oreo Cheesecake Brownie Bars

Oreo Cheesecake Brownie Bars

Got a cookies & cream lover in your life? Make them these bars! A dense, fudgy brownie is layered with creamy vanilla cheesecake and topped with crunchy bits of Oreos. So chocolate-y and creamy, you’ll swoon!

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A dark chocolate-y, fudgy brownie, topped with pretzels, potato chips, peanuts, and caramel. These are completely over-the-top!

Junk Food Brownies

Rich and fudgy dark chocolate brownies are topped with crunchy pretzels, potato chips, and peanuts, then drenched in buttery caramel, for a sweet/salty junk food treat that satisfies every craving!

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Double Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake with Salted Caramel Wet Walnuts

This Double Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake is worth every sinful calorie! A smooth, dense chocolate cheesecake filling is baked over a fudge-y brownie base, then crowned with gooey, buttery, salted caramel wet walnut topping. You’ll think you’ve died and gone to heaven!

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Brownie Sundae Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Brownie Sundae Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Don’t let their innocent appearance fool you- these Brownie Sundae Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes have a gooey, fudge-y, dark chocolate-y side! Add a drizzle of salted caramel sauce and they’re positively sinful.

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It’s Peanut Butter overload! Moist and Fudgy Homemade Brownie Bites, with a REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup tucked inside, topped with Rich Peanut Butter Cheesecake and REESE’S Pieces! Score big with this Chocolate-y treat!

Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Bites

It’s Peanut Butter overload! Moist and Fudgy Homemade Brownie Bites, with a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup tucked inside, topped with Rich Peanut Butter Cheesecake and Reese’s Pieces! Score big with this Chocolate-y treat!

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Rich and Fudgy Homemade Brownie Bites are loaded with Chocolate and topped with an easy Bourbon Pecan Pie Topping. Great finger food; perfect for Superbowl snacking!

Pecan Pie Brownie Bites

Rich and fudgy homemade brownie bites are loaded with chocolate and topped with an easy bourbon pecan pie topping. Great finger food; perfect for Superbowl snacking!
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This skillet brownie was so chocolatey and gooey! I loved the hint of mint too- one pan and lots of spoons, we all dug right in and enjoyed every last bite!

Chocolate Mint Skillet Brownie

This ooey-gooey skillet brownie is loaded with Nestlé® Toll House® DelightFulls™ filled baking morsels. If you like dark chocolate and mint you will love this easy and comforting dessert! One-bowl recipe, no mixer required.
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Guinness Brownies with Pretzel Crust

Guinness Cheesecake Brownies with Pretzel Crust

Dark, rich, malty Guinness, with it’s slight molasses-y sweetness and hint of coffee bitterness, paired with a dense, fudgy brownie. It’s a no brainer!
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Super Chocolate Hot Fudge Brownie Cake

Super Chocolate Hot Fudge Brownie Cake

My niece said this chocolate hot fudge brownie cake was “maybe the best thing you’ve ever made”. And I make a TON of desserts. I’ll take it. And so will you.
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  • Nicole Johnson launched the site OrWhateverYouDo.com in 2010 as a platform to share her favorite recipes with friends and family. It quickly morphed into a passion and thriving business that she and her husband work on full-time, more than 15 years later. You can find family-friendly recipes for the grill, griddle, and all cooking methods.

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