Oof, now we’re talking decadence! 🍫✨ These Salted Caramel Brownies are rich, fudgy, gooey, and topped with buttery caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt for that perfect sweet-salty bite. Basically… dessert heaven. 😍
🍫 Salted Caramel Brownies
Ingredients:
For the Brownies:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
For the Salted Caramel:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions:
- Make the Brownie Batter:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8″ baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and chocolate together in a saucepan or microwave until smooth.
- Stir in sugars, then whisk in eggs and vanilla.
- Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt just until combined.
- Bake the Brownies:
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely before topping.
- Make the Salted Caramel:
- In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium heat until sugar dissolves and turns amber (don’t stir, just swirl the pan).
- Remove from heat, quickly stir in butter and cream.
- Let cool slightly, then pour or drizzle over the cooled brownies.
- Finish with Flaky Salt:
- Sprinkle sea salt over the caramel while it’s still a little sticky.
- Chill for 15 mins to help the caramel set, then slice and serve.
🍴 Tips:
- Want EXTRA gooey? Swirl some caramel into the batter before baking.
- For a shortcut: use store-bought caramel sauce, warm it slightly, and sprinkle with sea salt.
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