Dessert of the Month: Decadent Salted Caramel Brownies
If you're craving something rich, indulgent, and undeniably irresistible, these Decadent Salted Caramel Brownies will hit the spot. With a perfect balance of fudgy chocolate and gooey salted caramel, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser for any dessert lover. Get ready to savor each sweet, salty bite!
Ingredients:
For the Brownies:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (120g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Salted Caramel:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cubed
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes, plus extra for garnish
Instructions:
For the Salted Caramel:
- Melt the sugar: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula. The sugar will form clumps and then melt into a thick, amber-colored liquid.
- Add the butter: Once the sugar is completely melted, carefully add the butter. Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble up. Stir until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
- Stir in the cream: Slowly pour in the room-temperature heavy cream. Again, the mixture will bubble, so go slowly. Stir until the caramel is smooth and combined.
- Add salt: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sea salt. Set the caramel aside to cool and thicken slightly.
For the Brownies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Layer the brownies: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Drizzle half of the salted caramel over the brownie layer. Swirl the caramel lightly with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Finish layering: Spread the remaining brownie batter over the caramel layer. Drizzle the rest of the salted caramel on top and gently swirl it into the batter.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the brownies are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake—the brownies should be fudgy!
- Cool and garnish: Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Sprinkle with additional sea salt flakes for that perfect salted caramel finish.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
- Drizzle with extra caramel sauce and a pinch of sea salt for added indulgence.
These Decadent Salted Caramel Brownies are the perfect combination of rich chocolate and sweet, salty caramel that will have your guests coming back for seconds!
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