High Fiber Brownies

If you're craving brownies but want something a little lighter, these High Fiber Brownies are the perfect middle ground. They start with a simple boxed brownie mix, but get a big fiber boost from Kellogg's Extra Fiber All-Bran cereal, so you still get a chewy, chocolatey treat with a bit more staying power. We love these as an afternoon snack, lunchbox treat, or a slightly "better-for-you" dessert option when the brownie craving hits. Not to mention, they are so easy-to-make!

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Boosted with fiber: Using All-Bran cereal adds extra fiber, so these brownies feel a little more satisfying than a standard box mix.
• Semi-homemade and simple: You still get the reliability of a boxed brownie mix, with just a couple of extra ingredients and one bowl.
• Kid-approved treat: They're chocolatey and brownie-like enough that kids (and adults!) will happily eat them, even with the added fiber.
• Great for snacks and lunchboxes: Bake them in muffin cups for easy, portable portions you can grab and go.
• Customizable: Try it with your favorite brownie mix! Or, top with a little whipped topping, a drizzle of chocolate, or sprinkles to make them feel more like dessert.

Key Ingredients

Here are some of the ingredients you will need for High Fiber Brownies:

• Kellogg's Extra Fiber All-Bran cereal: This is where most of the fiber comes from. Soaking the cereal in water softens it and blends it into the batter, adding fiber without losing the brownie vibe.
• Water: Softens the cereal and creates the base for the batter before adding the mix.
• Baking powder: Helps the brownies (or brownie "muffins") rise a bit so they're not too dense.
• Boxed brownie mix: Keeps things simple and chocolatey-use your favorite boxed brownie mix!

How to Make High Fiber Brownies

1. Step 1: Soak the cereal:
   Add the All-Bran cereal and water to a large mixing bowl. Stir and let it soak for 5-15 minutes, until the cereal is softened and most of the water is absorbed.

2. Step 2: Mix in the baking powder and brownie mix:
   Sprinkle the baking powder over the softened cereal and stir to combine. Add the boxed brownie mix and stir until everything is well blended. The batter will be thicker and a little more textured than a regular brownie batter.

3. Step 3: Fill the muffin cups:
   Line muffin tins with paper liners or lightly spray with nonstick spray. Fill each cup about ½ full with batter-you want small, snack-size brownies.

4. Step 4: Bake:
   Bake at 350°F for about 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean or with a few moist crumbs.

5. Step 5: Cool and serve:
   Let the brownies cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Top with a dollop of light whipped topping, a drizzle of chocolate, or sprinkles if you'd like to dress them up.

Expert Tips for High Fiber Brownies

• Let the cereal soak fully: Make sure the All-Bran has time to soften in the water before adding the brownie mix. This helps the texture stay moist and brownie-like instead of dry.
• Don't overfill the muffin cups: Filling each cavity about halfway gives you small, snackable brownies that bake evenly. Overfilling can make them dense in the middle.
• Check doneness early: Start checking around 18 minutes; every oven is a little different. You want the tops set and a toothpick to come out with a few moist crumbs.
• Add toppings after baking: A little light whipped topping, chocolate drizzle, or sprinkles makes them feel more dessert-like, especially for kids.

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