Wow, I had no idea making a yummy, gooey treat would be so simple!

Imagine this: It's a brisk Saturday afternoon and you've got a hankering for something sweet. But let's be real, the last thing you want to do is start measuring out a million ingredients and dirtying up all your dishes. That's why these Rolo Brownies are a match made in heaven. You get the deep, rich flavor of a chocolate brownie with a surprise burst of caramel from the Rolo candies nestled inside. It's a little twist on the traditional brownie that's sure to get rave reviews from friends and family alike. And the best part? It uses brownie mix, so it's insanely easy to whip up, even after a long day at the office.

Now, I love serving these babies up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to balance out that chocolate-caramel goodness. A little sprinkle of sea salt on top can really make those flavors pop. And, honestly, a cold glass of milk? Perfection.

Servings: 12

- 1 box of your favorite brownie mix (and the ingredients it requires - typically water, vegetable oil, and eggs)
- 1 bag of Rolo candies (unwrapped - I know, it's the hardest part!)
- Optional: Sea salt, for sprinkling on top
- Optional: Cooking spray or additional oil for greasing the pan

1. Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix package instructions. Usually, this is somewhere around 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or a little oil.

2. Prepare the brownie batter as directed on the package. It's usually as simple as combining the mix with water, oil, and eggs and giving it a good stir until it's all nice and smooth.

3. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Then, spread those Rolos out evenly across the batter. You'll want to cover as much territory as you can because nobody wants a bite without a Rolo!

4. Top the Rolos with the remaining brownie batter, making sure to cover the candies completely. Smooth it out with a spatula if you need to.

5. Pop the pan into the oven and bake for the time indicated on the brownie mix box. You might need a couple of extra minutes due to the caramel candies - just keep an eye on it and do the old toothpick test to make sure it's done.

6. Once they're baked to perfection, let them cool in the pan. If you decided to use sea salt, now's the time to sprinkle a little over the top. This will give you that fancy sweet-and-salty vibe.

7. When they've cooled enough, cut them into squares and serve up that gooey, chocolaty, caramel goodness!

- For a fun twist, try drizzling caramel sauce over the top of the brownies right after you sprinkle on the sea salt.
- If you're in the mood for a little extra indulgence (and who isn't?), mix in some chopped nuts or chocolate chips with the Rolos for added texture and flavor.
- These brownies freeze beautifully, so feel free to double up the recipe and save some for later. Just let them cool completely, cut them up, and store them in an airtight container.
- And for those busy nights, remember you can prepare the batter and even layer in the Rolos ahead of time. When you're ready, simply bake and enjoy!

So there you have it, folks. Rolo Brownies: your new go-to for those last-minute dessert needs or when you just deserve a caramel-loaded treat. Who says quick and convenient can't be delicious? Happy baking!