Description
These Caramel Chocolate Chunk Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with gooey caramel swirls and melty chocolate chunks for a decadent dessert treat. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sea salt, these brownies offer an indulgent texture and flavor that chocolate and caramel lovers will adore.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chunks or chips
Caramel
- 1/3 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
Topping (Optional)
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies after baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar, stirring until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking thoroughly until fully combined and slightly fluffy.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to avoid lumps. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to keep the batter tender.
- Add Chocolate Chunks: Stir in the chocolate chunks or chips evenly throughout the batter to ensure pockets of melted chocolate in every bite.
- Layer Batter and Caramel: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over this layer, then pour the remaining batter on top, spreading gently to cover. Drizzle the remaining caramel over the top layer and use a knife to lightly swirl the caramel into the batter for a marbled effect.
- Bake the Brownies: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs for perfect fudginess.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares. Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt to enhance the flavors before serving.
Notes
- For extra gooey brownies, reduce baking time by 2 to 3 minutes.
- Homemade caramel sauce can be substituted for store-bought for richer flavor.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
