Description
Delight in these rich and fudgy Caramel Swirl Brownies, featuring a perfect balance of decadent chocolate and luscious caramel. Swirled with buttery caramel sauce and topped with flaky sea salt, these brownies offer a delightful combination of sweet and salty flavors, ideal for dessert lovers seeking an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Caramel Swirl
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional Topping
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time and then stir in the vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is fully combined and slightly thickened.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly into the batter for extra chocolate bursts.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across the pan surface.
- Add Caramel Swirl: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the brownie batter. Using a knife, gently swirl the caramel into the batter, creating a marbled effect without overmixing.
- Add Sea Salt (Optional): Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top to enhance the flavor contrast with the sweet caramel and chocolate.
- Bake the Brownies: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 pieces to serve. This also helps the caramel set for perfect texture.
Notes
- For extra gooey brownies, slightly underbake and chill before cutting.
- Use a high-quality caramel sauce for the best flavor and texture.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a delightful nutty twist if desired.
- Store brownies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
