Ingredients
To make delicious salted caramel brownies, you’ll need the following:
For the Brownies:
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1 and 1/4 cups of granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup of brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
Step-by-Step Recipe
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Brownie Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder, stirring until just combined.
- Prepare the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar until it turns a deep amber color.
- Add butter and stir until melted.
- Slowly pour in heavy cream, whisking continuously until smooth.
- Stir in sea salt and let cool slightly.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- Drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce over the batter.
- Add the remaining brownie batter on top and swirl the remaining caramel sauce over it.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Sprinkle with additional sea salt before serving for an extra flavor boost.
Nutritional Information
Here’s a breakdown of the approximate nutritional values per serving (serving 12):
- Calories: 350-400
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 200-300mg
- Sugar: 35g
Tips for Customization
- Make It Gluten-Free: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Extra Fudgy Texture: Reduce baking time by 5 minutes for an extra gooey center.
- Nutty Crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter for added texture.
- Dark Chocolate Lover’s Option: Use dark chocolate chunks instead of cocoa powder for an intense flavour.
Salted caramel brownies are the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. Their rich, fudgy texture combined with gooey caramel and a hint of sea salt creates a perfect balance of flavors. Whether for a party, a special occasion, or just a personal treat, this recipe is sure to impress.
Try making these salted caramel brownies today and enjoy a truly indulgent homemade dessert!
