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Salted Caramel Brownies

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These Salted Caramel Brownies are rich, fudgy, and layered with luscious homemade caramel sauce. Perfectly balanced with sweet chocolate and a hint of sea salt, these brownies are a decadent treat for any chocolate lover or special occasion dessert table.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Salted Caramel Sauce:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 tsp sea salt (or to taste)

Topping:

  • Flaky sea salt, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease.

  • Make caramel sauce:

    • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar, stirring constantly until it becomes a golden amber liquid.

    • Carefully add butter, stirring until melted.

    • Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring (it will bubble).

    • Stir in sea salt and let simmer 1 minute. Remove from heat to cool.

  • Make brownie batter:

    • In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with both sugars until smooth.

    • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.

    • Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.

  • Assemble:

    • Spread half of the brownie batter into prepared pan.

    • Drizzle half the caramel sauce over batter.

    • Spread remaining batter on top. Drizzle remaining caramel and swirl gently with a knife.

  • Bake: Bake 35–40 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly gooey (not jiggly).

  • Cool and slice: Let cool completely in pan (about 1 hour). Lift out using parchment, slice into squares. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt just before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.

  • For cleaner slices, chill brownies before cutting.

  • Use high-quality cocoa and chocolate chips for best flavor.

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