Salt and Pepper Brownies

This spicy cake-style brownie has a hint of orange, a kick of cayenne pepper, and is balanced out with a pinch of sea salt.

GATHER YOUR GROCERIES:

One Box of Duncan Hines Decadent California Walnut Brownie Mix
2 large eggs
1/3 cup of vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla
zest of a small orange
dash of cinnamon
dash or two of cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon of sea salt
whipped cream for garnish

THE WAY TO DO IT:

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325 and lightly oil your brownie pan.

Step 2: Pour 1/3 cup of oil into a measuring cup, add the water, eggs, vanilla, and orange zest. Beat lightly to combine.

Step 3: Pour the brownie mix into a large bowl. Add the cinnamon, cayenne, and sea salt. Stir until mixed.

Step 4: Add your wet ingredients to your dry and stir only enough to combine.

Step 5: Bake your brownies until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Around 30 minutes.

Serve with whipped cream and garnished with orange zest.

Bon Appétit!

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