Sweet Salty Pretzel Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate flavor fusion with these Sweet Salty Pretzel Brownies! This mouthwatering recipe combines rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a satisfyingly crunchy layer of mini pretzels, all topped off with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet-and-savory balance. Made with simple pantry staples like semisweet chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and two types of sugar, these brownies are irresistibly decadent and incredibly easy to prepare in under an hour. The contrast of the gooey, chocolatey center and the crisp pretzels creates a textural delight that will wow your taste buds. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a treat-yourself moment, these brownies are cut into 12 perfect squares, making them ideal for sharing—or not! Whether you're craving an upscale twist on classic brownies or a dessert packed with bold flavors, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Semisweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Brown sugar
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 125 grams All-purpose flour
- 30 grams Cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 100 grams Mini pretzels
- 1 teaspoon Flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and semisweet chocolate chips over low heat, stirring continuously 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 melted chocolate mixture and stir until combined.
Add the eggs one at a time to the bowl, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Sift the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Gently fold until the dry ingredients are just incorporated. Do not overmix.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Place a layer of mini pretzels over the batter, ensuring they cover the surface but do not overlap excessively.
Spread the remaining brownie batter evenly over the pretzel layer, using a spatula to smooth it out.
Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top of the batter for a savory contrast.
Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan to set before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.
Carefully cut into 12 squares and serve. Enjoy the sweet-and-salty goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.7 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.4 g | 627% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 934 mg | 311% | |
| Sodium | 5113 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 611.0 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.2 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 408.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.0 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 1775 mg | 38% | |
*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.
