Graham Cracker Brownies
Ingredients
12-16 squares
servings
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
- Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl until well combined.
- Pour and spread batter in a greased 8x10 inch baking pan, then bake for 25 minutes. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Common Problems and Solutions
Q: Why are my brownies too dry or crumbly?
A: Make sure you're using a full can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk—this is the only liquid binding ingredient. Also, don't overbake; they should still look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them from the oven.
Q: Can I use whole graham crackers instead of crumbs?
A: Yes! You'll need about 14-16 full graham cracker sheets. Crush them in a food processor or place in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin until you have fine crumbs.
Tips and Techniques
For extra decadent brownies, sprinkle an additional handful of chocolate chips on top of the batter before baking. The brownies will be easier to cut if you line the pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides—you can lift the whole batch out and cut on a cutting board.
Ingredient Substitutions
- chocolate chips: butterscotch chips, peanut butter chips, or white chocolate chips
- pecans: walnuts, almonds, or omit for nut-free version
- graham cracker crumbs: vanilla wafer crumbs or animal cracker crumbs
Equipment Needed
- 8x10 inch baking pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Mixing spoon
