Brownies on Steroids
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with "Brownies on Steroids," a decadent twist on the classic treat that takes richness and texture to the next level. These fudgy brownies are loaded with semi-sweet chocolate, infused with a hint of espresso powder for depth, and swirled with luscious caramel sauce. Studded with milk chocolate chunks and topped with crunchy crushed pretzels, every bite delivers a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Ideal for chocolate lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike, this show-stopping recipe is easy to assemble and bakes to gooey perfection in just 35 minutes. Whether for a party, potluck, or your personal treat stash, these extravagant brownies will leave everyone asking for the recipe! Perfect keywords: fudgy brownies, caramel brownies, chocolate pretzel dessert, easy brownie recipe, decadent dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.75 cup milk chocolate chunks
- 0.5 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup pretzels, crushed
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Slowly pour the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture, whisking constantly until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the milk chocolate chunks and 3/4 cup of the crushed pretzels, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter. Spread the remaining brownie batter on top, then drizzle the rest of the caramel sauce over it. Use a knife to gently swirl the caramel into the batter.
Sprinkle the remaining crushed pretzels over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (avoid overbaking for gooey brownies).
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Once cool, use the parchment overhang to lift them out, then slice into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.2 g | 357% | |
| Saturated Fat | 158.7 g | 794% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1091 mg | 364% | |
| Sodium | 4597 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 960.0 g | 349% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 74.2 g | 265% | |
| Total Sugars | 640.5 g | ||
| Protein | 104.1 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 818 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 45.1 mg | 251% | |
| Potassium | 3279 mg | 70% | |
*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.
