Best brownie mix, according to chefs
Three picks, each tied to a named taster and a public source — from Meghan Splawn, Sarah Fennel, Sara Klimek and Genevieve Yam. Recommendations come from simplyrecipes.com, thekitchn.com, tastingtable.com and seriouseats.com.
Baking · The ranking
- 1Top pick
Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Brownie Mix
Chosen by- Meghan SplawnRecipe developer · Allrecipes panel
- Sarah FennelFounder, Broma Bakery
Also chosen by- Sarah Fennel · Founder, Broma Bakery source ↗
Six bakers and pastry chefs asked by Simply Recipes all picked it. Splawn: it “hits the perfect sweet and slightly savory texture with a fine crackly top and a fudge texture.” Fennel’s go-to: “sometimes even better than homemade.”
- 2
King Arthur Gluten-Free Ultimate Fudge Brownie Mix
Chosen by- Sara KlimekWriter, Tasting Table
#1 of the 12 mixes Klimek ranked at Tasting Table, gluten-free or not: dense and fudgy, with the “stick-to-your-ribs consistency that truly makes them a brownie” and a fine crackle on top. “Far pricier than the other options,” but “absolutely fantastic.” Made with butter, not oil.
- 3
Bob’s Red Mill Fudgy Brownie Mix
Chosen by- Genevieve YamSenior editor, Serious Eats · formerly Per Se
The overall winner of Serious Eats’ 12-mix blind tasting: dense, chewy, crinkly and fudgy, with a gooey center and crisp edges. Yam adds dark chocolate chunks for more chocolate punch. Made with potato starch and potato flour.
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Questions, answered
- What is the best brownie mix, according to chefs?
- MyTastr’s top pick is Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Brownie Mix, chosen by Meghan Splawn (Simply Recipes); Sarah Fennel (Broma Bakery). Six bakers and pastry chefs asked by Simply Recipes all picked it. Splawn: it “hits the perfect sweet and slightly savory texture with a fine crackly top and a fudge texture.” Fennel’s go-to: “sometimes even better than homemade.” Source: simplyrecipes.com ↗
- What are the other top picks for brownie mix?
- No. 2 is King Arthur Gluten-Free Ultimate Fudge Brownie Mix, chosen by Sara Klimek (Tasting Table). No. 3 is Bob’s Red Mill Fudgy Brownie Mix, chosen by Genevieve Yam (Serious Eats). Each card above links to the original source.
- How does MyTastr choose these picks?
- Every pick is tied to a named chef, cookbook author or food expert and links to the public interview, panel or article it came from. We survey dozens, often hundreds, of top chefs, food writers and critics, and order reflects how often and how strongly a brand is recommended. Only organic recommendations count — paid endorsements don’t — and brands can’t buy a spot. Read how we pick.