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You know what? Some days, you just need chocolate. Not the fancy truffles you hide in the back of the pantry — I mean warm, melty, spoon-it-out-of-the-pot chocolate. The kind that fills your whole house with that rich, nostalgic smell and makes the kids wander in asking, “Is it ready yet?”

These slow cooker hot fudge brownies are my secret weapon for days like that — or nights when you realize everyone wants dessert but nobody wants to wash ten mixing bowls. Four ingredients, one pot, no oven, and they taste like you worked a whole lot harder than you did.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

So darn easy: No oven, no fuss — dump, swirl, wait.
Chocolate comfort: Fudgy middles, cakey edges, all the good stuff.
Family magnet: Nothing pulls folks to the kitchen faster than that smell.
Perfect for lazy weekends: Or Tuesday nights. Or, honestly, breakfast — I won’t tell.

Ingredients

1 box brownie mix (family size, about 18–20 oz — I usually grab whatever’s on sale. If you’re fancy, Ghirardelli’s good. If you’re me, it’s usually Betty Crocker.)
2 large eggs — crack ‘em right in, no overthinking.
½ cup vegetable oil — or canola, or melted coconut oil if you’re feeling trendy.
¼ cup hot fudge sauce — plus extra, because duh.

Little confession? Sometimes I warm the fudge just a smidge so it drizzles real pretty. Totally optional but so satisfying.

Directions

First thing — give your slow cooker a good spritz with cooking spray, or rub a bit of butter around the edges. Nothing sadder than half your brownies stuck to the pot.
Grab a big ol’ mixing bowl. Pour in the brownie mix, crack in your eggs, splash in the oil. Stir it up ‘til it’s thick and shiny — a few lumps? Who cares.
Spread half that chocolate goodness in the bottom of your slow cooker. Smooth it out a bit — doesn’t need to be perfect.
Drizzle that hot fudge over the batter — as much as your sweet tooth says is right.
Top with the rest of the batter. Spread it gently, like tucking a blanket over that fudge layer.
Pop the lid on and set your slow cooker to low. Now, pour yourself some coffee or flip through a magazine while your house fills up with the best smell known to mankind.
After about 2 hours, peek in — the edges should look set and the middle a little gooey. If it jiggles like pudding, give it another 20–30 minutes.
Turn the slow cooker off and let those brownies rest 10–15 minutes. This is the hardest part — trust me, it’s worth it.
Scoop big spoonfuls into bowls, drizzle on extra fudge, add ice cream if you’ve got it. Then hide your portion before the kids come back for seconds.

Serving Suggestions

Warm brownies, cold ice cream. That’s the combo that’ll make your neighbor ask for the recipe. Or pile on some whipped cream and chopped nuts — my youngest swears by crushed peanuts and caramel drizzle.

Got fresh berries? Toss a few on top. They pretend it’s healthier that way — I just nod and smile. And don’t skip the coffee or a cold glass of milk — trust me on that.

Storage Tips

If by some miracle you have leftovers (doesn’t happen often in my house), scoop the brownies into an airtight container. They’ll be fine in the fridge for three days or so.

When the craving hits, pop a scoop in the microwave for 20 seconds — just enough to wake that fudge swirl back up.

Want to stash some for future you? Wrap portions in plastic wrap, drop ‘em in a freezer bag. They’ll keep a good month or two. Midnight snack, sorted.

Variations

Here’s the fun part — this recipe’s a blank canvas for your chocolate dreams:

Nutty & nice: Stir in a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts.
Double trouble: Mix in chocolate chips, peanut butter chips — or both.
Jam session: Spread a spoonful of raspberry or cherry jam between the batter layers. Fancy and easy.
Mix it up: Try dark chocolate mix, caramel swirl, or fudge chunk if you find one — nobody’s complaining.

A Little Sweet Goodbye

So there you have it — my easiest-ever, crowd-pleasing, fudge-dripping slow cooker brownies. Perfect for when you need a quick win, a chocolate hug, or just a reason to gather everyone in the kitchen for a warm bite of something sweet.

If you try ‘em, I’d love to know — did you swirl in something fun? Did you sneak a bowl before they cooled? Drop me a comment, send me a photo, or just say hi — your stories are my favorite thing about this little corner of the internet.

Stay cozy, keep that slow cooker humming, and don’t forget: there’s always room for one more spoonful.

Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Hot Fudge Brownies

These decadent hot fudge brownies come together easily in the slow cooker with just four ingredients. Fudgy, gooey, and warm — they’re the ultimate simple dessert for chocolate lovers!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 3

Total Time 3 10

Course Chocolate, Comfort Food, Dessert, Slow Cooker

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

1 box brownie mix family size, around 18–20 oz
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup hot fudge sauce plus more for serving

Instructions

Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or a bit of butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until well combined.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
Drizzle the hot fudge sauce over the batter, then pour the remaining batter on top and spread it evenly again.
Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 3 hours, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly gooey.
Turn off the slow cooker and let the brownies cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with additional hot fudge sauce drizzled on top, if desired.

Notes

These brownies are delicious topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a sprinkle of chopped nuts. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.