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27 Next-Level Recipes That Shame Slutty Brownies

It’s the year 2015 and we can upgrade just about everything. From pimped out popcorn to anything but ordinary milkshakes, it seems like we can take anything to the next level, and it turns out brownies are no exception.

Brownies are timeless, always in season, and never go out of style, so these recipes are applicable anytime, anywhere. Make some for your little brother, your great aunt, and your Grandma Judy.

You can add peanut butter, make it into a cheesecake, or even toss it in the waffle iron  the sky is truly the limit.

1. Peanut Butter Cup Fudge Brownies

Peanut Butter Cup Fudge Brownies

Photo courtesy of halfbakedharvest.com

A match made in heaven. Make yours like this.

2. Low-Calorie Brownie Batter Pancakes

Low-Calorie Brownie Batter Pancakes

Photo courtesy of chocolatecoveredkatie.com

130 calories to be exact. Recipe here.

3. 3-Ingredient Nutella Brownies

3-Ingredient Nutella Brownies

Photo by Camille Reisfield

Bonus: Your kitchen will smell like Nutella. Recipe here.

4. Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Photo courtesy of stiersaesthetic.com

A hybrid of three of your favorite sweets: red velvet cake, cheesecake, and brownies. Recipe here.

5. Brownie Truffles

Brownie Truffles

Photo by Marci Green

Put the leftover dining hall brownies to good use with this recipe.

6. Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich

Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich

Photo by Phoebe Melnick

For best results, we recommend using cookie dough ice cream. Make yours like this.

7. Waffle Brownies

Waffle Brownies

Photo by Phoebe Melnick

The waffle iron is literally the greatest kitchen appliance of all time. Make yours like this.

8. Mint Cookies ’N Cream Brownie Pie

Mint Cookies ’N Cream Brownie Pie

Photo by Wendy Zhou

Little leprechauns will do a happy dance after you make this. Recipe here.

9. Guilt-Free Greek Yogurt Brownies

Guilt-Free Greek Yogurt Brownies

Photo by Hannah Morse

Eat the whole pan, it doesn’t even matter. Recipe here.

10. Marshmallow Fluff Brownies

Marshmallow Fluff Brownies

Photo by Alison Mally

Made with marshmallows AND marshmallow fluff. Make yours like this.

11. Boozy Guinness Brownies With Whiskey Caramel Glaze

Boozy Guinness Brownies With Whiskey Caramel Glaze

Photo courtesy of thebakerchick.com

Booze and brownies, best combo out here. Learn more here.

12. Chocolate Brownie Cookies

Chocolate Brownie Cookies

Photo by Vedika Luthra

We dare you to eat just one. Make yours like this.

13. Chocolate Mousse Brownie Shots

Chocolate Mousse Brownie Shots

Photo courtesy of bettycrocker.com

Alcohol isn’t the only thing you should be putting in your shot glasses. Recipe here.

14. 2-Minute Mug Brownie

2-Minute Mug Brownie

Photo courtesy of yammiesnoshery.com

There’s something magical about a single-serving dessert that you get all to yourself. Make yours like this.

15. Caramel-Stuffed Brownies

Caramel-Stuffed Brownies

Photo courtesy of wellplated.com

These brownies filled with caramel are better than your boyfriend. Recipe here.

16. Flourless Fudge Brownie

Flourless Fudge Brownie

Photo by Annie Trimber

Made of straight-up unadulterated cocoa. Recipe here.

17. Fluffernutter Brownie Cups

Fluffernutter Brownie Cups

Photo by Chelsea Hawk

Make your favorite childhood sandwich in bite-size brownie form. Recipe here.

18. Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

Photo by Shelby Jensen

As delicious as they are basic. Make yours like this.

19. Sexual Brownies

Sexual Brownies

Photo by Kristine Mahan

Made with secret ingredients like coconut oil, cayenne, cinnamon, and dark chocolate, which are believed to increase sexual desire. Make yours like this and get lucky tonight.

20. Cookie Butter ‘N Cream Brownies

Cookie Butter 'N Cream Brownies

Photo by Brett Finkelstein

Upgrade your typical brownie with your favorite Trader Joe’s spread. Recipe here.

21. Pretzel, Marshmallow, M&M, Peppermint Brownies

Pretzel, Marshmallow, M&M, Peppermint Brownies

Photo by Kelley Buck

The perfect dumping ground for any leftover chocolate candy. Make yours like this.

22. Easy Brownie Parfait

Easy Brownie Parfait

Photo by Phoebe Melnick

Brownies + pudding + Cool Whip = a party in a little plastic cup. Recipe here.

23. Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Brownies

Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Brownies

Photo by Stephanie DeVaux

Being gluten-free never tasted so good. Make yours like this.

24. Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Brownie Cupcakes

Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Brownie Cupcakes

Photo by Molly Doroba

Now you get to decide the chocolate to peanut butter ratio. Recipe here.

25. Cookie Dough Brownies

Cookie Dough Brownies

Photo courtesy of novicehousewife.com

For when you can’t decide if you’re craving brownie batter or cookie dough. Recipe here.

26. Brownie S’mores

Brownie S'mores

Photo by Kathryn Stouffer

Why use a chocolate bar when you can swap it out for a gooey brownie? Make yours like this.

27. Peppermint Brownie Cupcakes

Peppermint Brownie Cupcakes

Photo by Roann Pao

Doesn’t have to be Christmas to throw back a few of these. Here’s how.

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