Few things feel more comforting during the winter months than a warm, dense, ultra-fudgy brownie. This infused version, created with the help of the LĒVO C, takes the classic dessert up a notch by incorporating a smooth, aromatic oil infusion made from your chosen dried flower or botanical. The result is a rich, melt-in-your-mouth brownie with a festive twist — perfect for gifting, sharing, or adding to holiday dessert boards.
Because the infused oil is created with precision using the LĒVO C, the brownies come out exceptionally soft and evenly textured. The infusion step also adds a touch of “made with care” magic, transforming a simple recipe into something personal and memorable.
Why Infused Fudgy Brownies Make a Perfect Holiday Gift
Brownies are universally loved — nostalgic, simple, and comforting. Infused fudgy brownies, however, bring an elevated homemade element that feels thoughtful in a seasonal gift box.
These treats are ideal for:
- Holiday dessert exchanges
- Cozy winter gatherings
- Stocking stuffers
- DIY treat boxes
- Personalized edible gifts
Because the base oil is infused ahead of time, this fudgy brownies recipe itself is straightforward and approachable, allowing anyone to create a gourmet-tasting dessert with minimal effort.
How Infused Oil Is Made With LĒVO C
The key to this super fudgy brownies recipe is the infused oil. Using the LĒVO C infuser machine, you can infuse a large batch of oil consistently and cleanly thanks to the machine’s precision temperature control and built-in activation cycle.
To prepare the infusion, your chosen dried flower or herb is placed inside the large LĒVO C pod. Avocado oil is added to meet the machine’s minimum fill requirement of 2 cups. The flower goes through a gentle activation cycle, which prepares it for infusion, followed by a slow oil bath at a steady, low temperature.
This two-step process ensures the botanical binds smoothly to the oil, creating a golden, aromatic infusion that blends beautifully into baked goods. Once strained and cooled, the oil becomes the base for the brownies.
What Is Infusion?
Oil infusion involves the process of adding any herb or botanical to a carrier oil, butter or fat of your choosing. This process infuses the goodness of the ingredients into the oil, making it a healthier choice for cooking, consumption, or topical use. At LĒVO, we have developed infusing machines to create infused oils, butters, ghee, honey, and vegetable glycerine.
Plus, it's a great way to add flavor to your food and scent to your homecare creations, not to mention the health benefits provided by the botanical properties of the infusion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create an extensive range of creations that will impress even the most discerning palate. Learn more about infusing with our free, online Infusion 101 Guide.
Making & Baking the Fudgy Brownies
These brownies combine classic pantry staples — cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, and chocolate chips — with the infused oil to create a dense, glossy batter. This recipe use flax instead of eggs as a binderflax eggs instead of traditional eggs, keeping the recipe plant-forward and accessible.
Once baked, these homemade brownies finish with a crackly top and a soft, fudgy center. For those who want to know how to make brownies more fudgey, the trick is using infused oil, which helps achieve that signature brownie chewiness while adding a richer mouthfeel and a smoother crumb.
Cake-Like vs. Fudgy Brownies: Which Side Are You On?
When you’re reaching for a brownie, what kind are you truly craving? The answer often comes down to one fundamental difference: cake-like versus fudgy. Our Infused Fudgy Brownies recipe is deliberately designed for the latter, but understanding the contrast is the key to achieving perfect, gourmet-tasting baking.
A cake-like brownie leans closer to a traditional sheet cake. The texture is lighter, airier, and more crumbly, making it more uniform and less chewy than its fudgy counterpart.
To achieve this texture:
- Higher Flour and Leavening: This type of brownie utilizes a higher ratio of flour for structure and a greater amount of leavening (often accompanied by more eggs, which are whipped) to create air and achieve a lighter lift.
- Balanced Ratio: The ingredient ratios are more balanced, aiming for a consistent, cake-like crumb rather than the dense, chewy texture of a fudgy brownie.
Ultimately, the goal of your Infused Fudgy Brownies recipe is to deliver the dense, decadent texture that makes a treat feel extra special—especially when created with the smooth, consistent base of an infused oil.
The fudgy brownie is the gold standard for many, and it’s the result of a specific ingredient balance that delivers pure decadence. These brownies are designed to be dense, rich, and intensely moist with a smooth, soft, chewy center. They are prone to developing that desirable, crackly top and will remain fudgy even after they have cooled.
The secret to this superior texture lies in the ingredient ratio:
- High Fat Ratio: They rely on a higher ratio of fat (like the infused oil in this recipe) and a lower amount of flour.
- Low Leavening: They contain very little or no leavening (baking powder or soda), as the goal is to minimize rise and maintain that signature flat, dense profile.
DIY Holiday Gifting Ideas
Infused brownies are incredibly easy to package, making them a top-tier homemade holiday gift. Cut them into clean squares and place them inside a parchment-lined bakery box, or wrap each fudgy brownie individually in wax paper and tie with twine.
Add a handwritten tag or festive ribbon — now you have a warm, personal, and delicious gift that feels homemade in the best possible way.
Check out our LĒVO Holiday Gift Guide: Infused DIY Gifts & Recipes for more great ideas for all experience levels.
Featured LĒVO Tools Used in This Recipe
- LĒVO C – ideal for large-batch oil infusions
- Herb Pod (LĒVO C) – for holding and filtering your chosen flower or botanica
- Avocado Oil – a neutral, silky base perfect for baked goods
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LĒVO Storage Containers – for keeping your infused oil fresh
Final Thoughts on Our Infused Fudgy Brownies
Infused Fudgy Brownies are the perfect blend of comfort, craft, and seasonal creativity. With the LĒVO C doing the heavy lifting on the infusion side, this brownie recipe becomes simple enough for any home baker, yet still feels elevated and special.
Whether you’re gifting them or keeping a batch for yourself, these homemade fudgy brownies are sure to bring warmth and joy to the holiday season. For more DIY holiday gift ideas, check out our online recipe collection!
Explore the Full Fudgy Brownies Recipe
Full step-by-step instructions, infusion settings, and ingredient list can be found below:
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