Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of a honey bun and brownies with this easy-to-make and delicious Honey Bun Brownies recipe. These moist and flavorful brownies are swirled with a cinnamon-sugar layer and topped with a sweet glaze, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Brownies:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, oil, and sour cream until smooth.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the dish, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture, then pour the remaining batter on top.
- Swirl and Bake: Use a knife to swirl the layers together and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Make the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
- Drizzle and Cool: Cool the brownies for 10 minutes, then drizzle the glaze over them.
- Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Best served warm or at room temperature.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
