Gooey Caramel Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Gooey Caramel Brownies, a decadent blend of rich chocolate and silky caramel that will leave you craving more. Perfectly fudgy and packed with layers of flavor, this recipe starts with a moist and chocolatey brownie base, made from melted semi-sweet chocolate and a hint of cocoa powder. But the real star is the luscious caramel center, crafted from creamy, melted caramel candies for a buttery sweetness that perfectly complements the dark chocolate. Finished with an additional layer of brownie batter, these baked treats emerge with a perfectly tender texture and irresistibly gooey middle. Ideal for entertaining or satisfying your sweet tooth, these homemade brownies are a surefire crowd-pleaser. Ready in under an hour, they are best served cool and cut into squares, making them the perfect combination of convenience and indulgence. Keywords: gooey caramel brownies, chocolate caramel dessert, fudgy brownie recipe, decadent brownie with caramel, homemade caramel brownies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 4 units large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 cups caramel candies, unwrapped
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Gradually mix in the slightly cooled chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to partially set.
While the first layer is baking, prepare the caramel topping. In a small saucepan, combine the unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth.
Remove the pan with the partially baked brownie layer from the oven. Pour the melted caramel evenly over the top, spreading it to the edges.
Carefully spoon the remaining brownie batter over the caramel layer, spreading it gently to cover the caramel completely.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the brownie layer (avoiding the caramel) comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This cooling step helps set the caramel layer.
Serve and enjoy your gooey caramel brownies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 315.2 g | 404% | |
| Saturated Fat | 183.0 g | 915% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1146 mg | 382% | |
| Sodium | 2284 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1131.9 g | 412% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.0 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 805.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.6 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 31.4 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 2199 mg | 47% | |
*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.
