Donita's Caramel Brownies
Indulge in pure dessert decadence with Donita's Caramel Brownies, a heavenly treat that combines rich, fudgy layers of chocolate with gooey caramel bliss. Featuring a luscious homemade caramel layer made from silky melted caramels and heavy cream, these brownies are elevated with a sprinkling of semi-sweet chocolate chips for an extra dose of chocolatey perfection. With an irresistible balance of sweet and salty flavors, thanks to a touch of salt in the batter, these brownies are baked to perfection with a chewy texture and a molten caramel center. Perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or simply satisfying your dessert cravings, this recipe is easy to prepare and yields 12 generous servings in just under an hour. Whether you’re a chocolate lover, a caramel aficionado, or both, Donita’s Caramel Brownies are destined to become your new go-to indulgence!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 bag (about 11 ounces) caramel candies
- 0.33 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the sugar and cocoa powder. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Step 3
Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
Sift together the flour and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Step 5
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 6
While the first layer bakes, prepare the caramel. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth.
Step 7
Pour the melted caramel evenly over the partially baked brownie layer. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the caramel.
Step 8
Top with the remaining brownie batter, carefully spreading it to cover the caramel and chocolate chip layers completely.
Step 9
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the brownie (not the caramel) comes out clean.
Step 10
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the dish for cutting.
Step 11
Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy the rich combination of chocolate and caramel in every bite!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1583.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6055.9 |
| Total Fat 260.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 148.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1117.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1970.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 986.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 78.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 709.7g | |
| Protein 88.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 160IU | 0% |
| Calcium 833.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 42.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3626.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories