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Duncan Hines Brownie Mix , Chewy Fudge
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Duncan Hines Brownie Mix , Chewy Fudge

Duncan Hines
18.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
1g
Protein
15g
Sugars
90mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
46
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Duncan Hines Chewy Fudge Brownie Mix (18.3 oz) is a familiar boxed dessert staple that sits in the supermarket baking aisle alongside cake and cookie mixes, frostings, and shelf-stable dessert kits. You’ll find it near other convenience baking solutions and chocolate baking products, often on middle shelves where family shoppers browse. It’s a go-to for quick weekend baking, last-minute treats for movie night or school bake sales, and seasonal holiday baking when people want an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert. The Duncan Hines brand positions itself as an accessible, heritage baking classic — mid-market, family-oriented, and nostalgia-driven, aimed at busy parents and home bakers who want reliable results with minimal fuss. Packaging is a brightly labeled cardboard box with step-by-step instructions, often accompanied by serving photos that emphasize indulgence and homemade warmth; the product is certified Kosher but carries no organic or natural certification. Label characteristics include obvious indulgence cues (large sugar and chocolate photography) and small-print ingredient disclosures that reveal refined flour, processed cocoa, palm oil, and an artificial flavor — not a health-forward product. In plain language, this mix is highly processed: it combines refined and industrially treated ingredients plus additives to ensure shelf stability and consistent texture. Sensory expectations are fudgy, dense brownies with a chewy crumb and pronounced sweetness; the ritual is simple — mix water, eggs, and oil, stir, bake in a pan, and optionally frost or add mix-ins. The cardboard box and inner powder pouch make it convenient to store and transport, reinforcing its role as an easy, nostalgic indulgence in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.05
Servings per Container: 20
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium90mg4%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars15g
Added Sugars14g28%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, SUGAR,, ENRICHED, BLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, COCOA, POWDER, PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI,, PALM, OIL, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, WHEAT, STARCH,, DEXTROSE,, SALT,, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, CARRAGEENAN,, LEAVENING, (BAKING, SODA). MANUFACTURED, ON, EQUIPMENT, THAT, ALSO, PROCESSES, TREE, NUTS, AND, PEANUTS..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • palm oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined ingredients and industrial additives (enriched bleached flour, processed cocoa, palm oil, artificial flavor, carrageenan), packaged as a ready-to-mix product, fitting NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Duncan Hines Brownie Mix , Chewy Fudge

Well, what does 'healthy' even mean? If you're looking for a treat to satisfy a sweet tooth, these brownies can definitely hit the spot. Just remember, they contain added sugars and aren't high in fiber or protein, so they're more of a fun indulgence than a health food.

Perfect For

movie-night
holiday-baking
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenientcomforting
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