Fudgy Salted Caramel Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- Sea salt flakes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the sugar and stir until combined.
- Add the cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder to the saucepan and stir until smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition.
- Add the flour and stir until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the batter.
- Pour the remaining batter over the caramel and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle sea salt flakes over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
When it comes to brownies, there are two types of people: cakey or fudgy. I am definitely on team fudgy, and this recipe delivers just that. The combination of rich chocolate and gooey caramel creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will have you reaching for seconds.
Now, let’s talk about the star ingredient: salted caramel. The sweet and salty combination is simply irresistible, and it elevates these brownies to the next level. Trust me when I say that once you add this decadent topping, you won’t be able to go back to plain brownies.
To make these brownies, you’ll need a few basic ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder. But what sets this recipe apart is the addition of a few special ingredients that take it to the next level. You’ll need some high-quality cocoa powder, unsalted butter, and of course, the star ingredient: caramel sauce.
The recipe may seem a bit intimidating initially, but I promise you it’s not as difficult as it looks. Plus, the end result is definitely worth the effort. The smell of chocolate baking in the oven will fill your kitchen and make your mouth water. And when you finally take a bite of these Fudgy Salted Caramel Brownies, you’ll understand why they’re worth the effort.
So, there you have it, my friends. The recipe for these heavenly brownies is a must-try for any chocolate lover or dessert enthusiast. Whip up a batch for your next gathering or just for yourself – either way, you won’t be disappointed.