Mounds Brownies

Some times you feel like a nut, sometimes you don't.  Sometimes you feel like coconut.  I never do.  My parents however, LOVE anything with coconut.  I feel obligated to the cooking public to provide you with a blog that does not discriminate against foods I do not like.  Whenever a special occasion rolls around at my parent's house, I try to use a recipe that includes coconut.  They get a treat they like, I don't have to eat it, I share the recipe with you guys.  Everyone wins!  Recently they celebrated their anniversary so I took them a big platter of Mounds Brownies.  They were very simple to make, and looked gorgeous on the platter.  From what I hear they were very rich and very tasty.  I'll leave that for my parents and you all to decide.  Meanwhile, I'll remain coconut-free.  But I vow to bring you a tasty coconut recipe every now and then!

Sometimes you feel like a coconut!

The Mounds Line-Up
(You'll also need the eggs/oil/water
to prepare the brownies)

Prepare brownie mix according to package.
Cool completely.

Combine coconut, condensed milk
and powdered sugar.

Spread coconut mixture over
cooled brownies.

Soften frosting in microwave.
Spread over coconut mixture.
Refrigerate until set.

Cut into squares and serve.
(Thank my parents for the rare coconut
recipe appearance on The Devilish Dish!)

Mounds Brownies

1 box brownie mix (family-sized), plus ingredients to prepare brownies
5 cups shredded, sweetened coconut
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 can ready-to-use milk chocolate frosting

Prepare brownie mix according to package directions in a 9x13-inch pan.  Cool completely.  In a large mixing bowl combine coconut, condensed milk and powdered sugar.  Mix until well combined.  Spread coconut mixture over cooled brownies.  Remove lid and foil seal from frosting can.  Place in microwave for approximately 10-15 seconds until warmed and almost pourable.  Carefully spread frosting over coconut layer.  Refrigerate until frosting has set up.  Cut into squares.

Prep Time:  Approximately 30 minutes     Cook Time:  Varies