10 Interesting but uncommon facts about brownies

Brownies were first introduced in the United States in the late 1800s.

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Brownies are a type of bar cookie and are commonly made with chocolate chips, walnuts, and cocoa powder.

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The first known recipe for brownies appeared in the Sears, Roebuck & Co. catalog of 1897.

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Brownies can be made with different flavors and ingredients, such as white chocolate, peanut butter, and peppermint.

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Brownies are traditionally cut into squares, but they can also be cut into other shapes, such as triangles or circles.

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Brownies are sometimes served with ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.

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Brownies can be baked in a variety of shapes, such as a round cake pan, a square pan, or even a muffin tin.

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Brownies are often served as dessert, but they can also be served as a snack or breakfast item.

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Brownies can be made with different types of chocolate, such as dark, milk, or white.

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The word “brownie” is thought to have originated from the word “brun”, which means dark brown in French.

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