Decadent Caramel Brownies From Scratch
- Rich, fudgy brownies with swirls of buttery caramel made completely from scratch.
- The perfect balance of chocolatey indulgence and sweet caramel in every bite.
- Easy to make but impressive enough for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly to the corners.
- Drizzle room temperature caramel sauce over the top of the batter.
- Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the caramel throughout the batter, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting out using the parchment paper handles.
- Cut into squares and serve. For cleaner cuts, refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For the best swirl effect, make sure your caramel sauce is at room temperature and slightly thick.
- These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For an extra indulgent treat, warm individual brownies for 10-15 seconds in the microwave before serving.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 32
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 55
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