I Tested Famous Celebrity Brownie Recipes And Found The Best One (2024)

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Brownies are the ultimate dessert. So, in an attempt to find the absolute best, I decided to test four popular recipes: Here are their methods and how they stacked up: First up was Gordon Ramsay. He starts by beating sugar and butter together until fluffy. Add melted chocolate to that — along with flour, salt, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and eggs. Fold in a ton of dried cherries and pop it in the oven. So, were these over-the-top brownies any good? Up next, I took a trip to Flavor Town with Guy Fieri's Mexican rhubarb chocolate chunk brownies. Let that cool, then cream butter and sugar together along with some eggs. So, was this a pleasant experience, or just a bad trip? Up next was Ayesha Curry with her horchata brownies. She starts by melting down chocolate and butter. Fold in slivered almonds, then pop it in the oven. So, are horchata and brownies the perfect fusion of flavors — or was it more confusion? And last but not least it was time for me to ~bake it like Beckham~. She starts by stirring together melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder. Add flour, baking powder, and salt, then stir until it's completely smooth. So, were these some posh brownies or what? SO WHO WON? TL;DR: If you want super fudgy brownies (and love horchata), go with Ayesha Curry's cinnamon-spiced recipe. If you're feeling wild (and want to take a trip to ~Flavor Town~), go with Guy Fieri's unexpected rhubarb-chili creation. Check out the entire taste test below: Previous recipe showdowns: What ultimate recipes should we test next? Let us know in the comments below! FAQs

    Spoiler: Guy Fieri's recipe is WAY better than Gordon's. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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    Brownies are the ultimate dessert.

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    They're fudgy, decadent, and the go-to treat for everything from kids' sleepovers to neighborhood bake sales to office parties. But not all brownie recipes are created equal.

    So, in an attempt to find the absolute best, I decided to test four popular recipes:

    I Tested Famous Celebrity Brownie Recipes And Found The Best One (3)

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    This was my lineup:

    1. Gordon Ramsay: Because everything Gordon makes is delicious — it's a known fact! But his recipe contained a bunch of extras (like dried cherries and Pop Rocks), so I was a bit skeptical.

    2. Guy Fieri: Because his Mexican rhubarb chocolate brownies sounded like they would take me on a serious trip to Flavor Town — for better or worse.

    3. Ayesha Curry: Because her horchata brownies made with almonds, cinnamon, and rice milk seemed like something I (a serious horchata lover) would be into.

    4. Victoria Beckham: Because her recipe seemed simple, classic, and safe — and I really just wanted an excuse to say "bake it like Beckham."

    Here are their methods and how they stacked up:

    First up was Gordon Ramsay. He starts by beating sugar and butter together until fluffy.

    Add melted chocolate to that — along with flour, salt, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and eggs. Fold in a ton of dried cherries and pop it in the oven.

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    Once cooled, sprinkle with "popping candy and edible glitter or sprinkles." (Gordon's words, not mine!)

    So, were these over-the-top brownies any good?

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    Ehh. I didn't mind the Pop Rocks, but what I didn't like were the cherries. There were just way too many of them and it took away from the rich, chocolatey flavor. It was basically just dried cherries held together with a tiiiiny bit of brownie batter — which is NOT what I wanted. I guess if you love dried cherries you may like this recipe, but it just didn't work for me.

    Rating: 🍫🍫

    Get Gordon Ramsay's brownie recipe.

    Up next, I took a trip to Flavor Town with Guy Fieri's Mexican rhubarb chocolate chunk brownies.

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    He starts by making a homemade compote with rhubarb, water, and sugar. You basically just combine them all in a pot and let them cook down.

    Let that cool, then cream butter and sugar together along with some eggs.

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    Add the rhubarb compote, melted chocolate, and your dry ingredients (including an aggressive amount of chili powder). Mix in some chunks of chocolate and walnuts, then let it bake.

    So, was this a pleasant experience, or just a bad trip?

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    HECK YEAH BATMAN, IT WAS GOOD!! (Sorry — just channeling my inner Guy.) These brownies were surprisingly delicious, and the chili powder was super subtle and added just the tiniest bit of heat. The rhubarb not only gave them a nice tart flavor, but it made them super fudgy and kept them moist. I'll admit, the recipe seemed super strange, but it was actually delicious. I'm a fan. 🔥

    Rating: 🍫🍫🍫🍫

    Get Guy Fieri's brownie recipe.

    Up next was Ayesha Curry with her horchata brownies. She starts by melting down chocolate and butter.

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    Add eggs and vanilla extract — then flour, cinnamon, and salt.

    Fold in slivered almonds, then pop it in the oven.

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    As it bakes, make a simple glaze with rice milk, cinnamon, rum, and powdered sugar. Once the brownies are cooled, pour it over and let it set.

    So, are horchata and brownies the perfect fusion of flavors — or was it more confusion?

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    These were a perfect flavor fusion — they were legit so good! The subtle almond flavor and pleasant warmth of the cinnamon made it taste like a delicious holiday treat. It was rich, warming, and intensely chocolaty. The glaze was a tad too sweet for me, but I really didn't mind it because they were just that good. Tens, tens across the board for these babies!

    Rating: 🍫🍫🍫🍫

    Get Ayesha Curry's brownie recipe.

    And last but not least it was time for me to ~bake it like Beckham~. She starts by stirring together melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder.

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    Then add eggs and vanilla.

    Add flour, baking powder, and salt, then stir until it's completely smooth.

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    Transfer to a pan and bake — it's that easy!

    So, were these some posh brownies or what?

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    TBH, they were not. They certainly weren't bad, but they were super cakey and a tad too dry. They looked really beautiful — like a textbook brownie — but the flavor and texture just didn't wow me. Maybe a little ~spice~ would have helped them?

    Rating: 🍫🍫

    Get Victoria Beckham's brownie recipe.

    SO WHO WON?

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    THE WINNER: Ayesha Curry

    These horchata brownies were fudgy, rich, and loaded with chocolate. The cinnamon and almonds gave them a ton of flavor and took things to a whole new level. Would 100% make again. Get the recipe.

    SECOND PLACE: Guy Fieri

    Although I was skeptical about these, they actually turned out to be pretty darn good. The rhubarb and chili powder gave them a pop of unexpected flavor that wasn't overwhelming — and it also kept them super moist. Get the recipe.

    THIRD PLACE: Gordon Ramsay

    These brownies were a bit of a hot mess. They had a lot going on and looked kinda like a child's project. The brownie batter itself was delicious, but the dried cherries were overpowering and there were too many of them. Get the recipe.

    FOURTH PLACE: Victoria Beckham

    These brownies weren't bad, they just weren't very good. The texture was too cakey, and they were too dry for my taste. Although I did like the aggressive salt level, the chocolate flavor was too weak and just didn't cut it for me. Get the recipe.

    TL;DR: If you want super fudgy brownies (and love horchata), go with Ayesha Curry's cinnamon-spiced recipe. If you're feeling wild (and want to take a trip to ~Flavor Town~), go with Guy Fieri's unexpected rhubarb-chili creation.

    Check out the entire taste test below:

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    I Tested Famous Celebrity Brownie Recipes And Found The Best One (2024)

    FAQs

    What are Katharine Hepburn brownies? ›

    The brownies are made with unsweetened chocolate, which is also known as baking, plain or bitter chocolate. It is chocolate in its rawest form and this means that unsweetened chocolate is just ground cocoa nibs that have been refined and contain between 50-55% cocoa butter (cacao fat).

    What was the first brownie? ›

    The first reference to the “brownie” in America appears in the Sears Roebuck Catalog published in Chicago in 1898. Specifically at the direction of Bertha Palmer to be served at the Columbian Exposition World's Fair in 1893, the brownie was created in the Palmer House Kitchen in the late 19th century.

    Was Kate Middleton a brownie? ›

    In 1990, Kate and Pippa both joined the local Brownies club, where they went on field trips, played sports, did needlework, and earned badges. "She was quite easygoing," Brownie pack leader June Scutter told People.

    What is a fairy brownie? ›

    brownie, in English and Scottish folklore, a small, industrious fairy or hobgoblin believed to inhabit houses and barns. Rarely seen, he was often heard at night, cleaning and doing housework; he also sometimes mischievously disarranged rooms.

    What is the forbidden brownie? ›

    It doesn't get much more decadent than this! Indulge in Forbidden Chocolate ® ice cream with brownie chunks, signature hot fudge, Swiss Chocolate, and sprinkles.

    What is the Palmer House famous dessert? ›

    For the Love of Chocolate

    And just like that, the globally famous brownie was invented at Palmer House. Celebrate the birthplace of this sweet confection with a stay at Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, when you reserve The Brownie Package.

    What is the old version of brownies? ›

    Did you know that Brownies were originally called 'Rosebuds'? Rosebuds was established in 1914 for girls to join before they became Guides. Just one year later, the name was changed to Brownies. Brownies are the second-youngest members of the Girlguiding family, for girls aged between 7 and 10.

    What are brownies in Girl Scouts? ›

    A Girl Scout Brownie is in second or third grade of elementary school—a fantastic time to become a Girl Scout! Brownies learn how the world works, fall in love with the great outdoors, and share their interests—from bugs to ballet—with a small group of true friends.

    What are brownies in Lore? ›

    Brownie mythology describes brownies as mythical creatures who carry out housework at night. Often seen to be descended from ancestors or servants who have passed away, brownies took care of the house as well as its occupants. However, brownies could also be angered if they were not appreciated.

    Why were they called brownies? ›

    In 1915 Lord Baden Powell's sister Agnes suggested the name 'Brownies', who were helpful little creatures in a fairy story she loved. There were several variations of uniforms for the Brownies, of which Helen is wearing one. The blue uniform continued as an alternative until 1921.

    What is the story brownies about? ›

    “Brownies” by ZZ Packer is about a young girl named Laurel (Snot) in a Brownies troop, who don't really understand the concept of morality. During a trip to a campsite, they hear from one of their fellow troop girls, Arnetta, that a white girl from another Brownie troop called their fellow Daphne the “N” word.

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