WHOLE WHEAT BROWNIE MIX

Whole Wheat Brownie Mix image

"Here's one way to get your kids to eat whole wheat - use it to make brownies!" suggests Roni Goodell from Spanish Fork, Utah. "My mom baked these often when I was younger. They're so good, they don't need frosting."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 16 brownies per batch.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

4 cups sugar
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup shortening
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer for up to 3 months. Yield: about 4 batches (about 11 cups total)., To prepare brownies: In a large bowl, combine eggs, vanilla and 2-1/2 cups brownie mix until blended (batter will be stiff). Stir in nuts if desired. , Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.