Best Ever Bourbon Brownies
Indulge in the decadence of these Best Ever Bourbon Brownies—a rich, fudgy dessert with a sophisticated twist. Crafted with melted semi-sweet chocolate, a touch of bourbon, and a blend of brown and granulated sugars, these brownies deliver an irresistible balance of gooey texture and deep flavor. Dark chocolate chunks add bursts of bittersweet richness, while an optional sprinkle of chopped pecans introduces a satisfying crunch. Perfect for impressing guests or savoring on a cozy night in, these gourmet brownies are easy to make and ready in just 45 minutes. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on their own, these bourbon brownies are guaranteed to become your new favorite treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 units large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 0.5 cup optional: chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to make it easier to lift the brownies out later.
In a medium saucepan on low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Stir in the vanilla extract and bourbon, mixing until fully incorporated.
Slowly add the slightly cooled chocolate mixture to the sugar and egg mixture, whisking constantly to avoid scrambling the eggs.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold this dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the dark chocolate chunks (and chopped pecans, if using) for extra texture and richness.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan before slicing into 12 squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.4 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.8 g | 279% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1453 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 574.3 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 463.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 1319 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
