Double chocolate salted caramel brownies are a decadent treat that combines rich, fudgy chocolate with gooey pockets of caramel and a hint of sea salt.
These brownies are topped with chocolate chips and caramel pieces that melt into a luscious, sweet, and salty topping, making every bite irresistible.
Perfect for dessert lovers who crave a balance of flavors, these brownies are great for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes + 1 hour cooling time
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes + cooling time
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel candies, chopped (or store-bought caramel bits)
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt, for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan (5 minutes):
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper with butter or non-stick spray.
- Mix the wet ingredients (5 minutes):
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients (5 minutes):
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Prepare the brownie batter (3 minutes):
- Fold in half of the chocolate chips and half of the chopped caramel pieces into the brownie batter.
- Bake the brownies (25-30 minutes):
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips and caramel pieces over the top of the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Add the sea salt (2 minutes):
- Immediately after removing the brownies from the oven, sprinkle the top with flaky sea salt while the brownies are still warm.
- Cool and serve (1 hour):
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
- Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy the rich, fudgy, and perfectly balanced flavors of these salted caramel brownies!
Notes
For an extra caramel flavor, you can drizzle some additional melted caramel sauce over the brownies just before serving.
If you prefer a firmer caramel texture, freeze the caramel candies before chopping them to prevent them from melting too much while baking.
These salted caramel brownies are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your guests with their gooey, chocolatey goodness.
Enjoy making and sharing these delightful treats!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
