Triple-Layer Holiday Brookies

Heat oven to 325°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.

In large bowl, mix cookie mix, baking cocoa, softened butter, food color, 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water with spoon until soft dough forms. Press in bottom of pan. Bake 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Place cookies in single layer 6 rows by 4 rows on baked cookie base.

In another large bowl, make brownie batter as directed on box for cakelike brownies. Pour brownie batter over cookies; spread to cover. Sprinkle top with candies.

Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 2 1/2 hours before cutting. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store in airtight container at room temperature.