Hot Fudge Sundae Brownie Cups

1 . Stage

Preheat oven and prepare brownie batter according to the mix's instructions. Pour batter into the cups of a muffin tin, filling each one two-thirds of the way up. Bake according to the package's instructions.

2 . Stage

Grease the bottom of a second, matching muffin tin—or the bottom of a measuring cup that fits inside of the muffin tin—and press into each freshly baked brownie. (We let the brownies sit for 2 minutes before starting this process, just so they could firm up a little, but not so much that they'd be too hard to press.)

3 . Stage

If using two muffin tins, keep the two pressed together until the brownies have cooled, about 20 minutes. If using measuring cups, keep them pressed for a minute or two before gently removing them. (We found it was easier to pop the brownie cup out of the muffin tin, still attached to the measuring cup, then gently twist it off. Keep the measuring cup well greased—these brownie cups have a tendency to crumble easily when you pull them out.)

4 . Stage

Place the chopped strawberries and sugar in a small bowl and refrigerate for 20 minutes to sweeten berries and pull out any juices.

5 . Stage

Fill each brownie cup with a scoop of your favorite ice cream, fudge sauce, and strawberries. Serve immediately.