Description

Rich, fudgy brownies with a gooey salted caramel swirl and flaky sea salt topping. This easy, one-bowl recipe delivers bakery-quality results without complicated techniques.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup (240ml) salted caramel sauce
Flaky sea salt (like Maldon), for topping
Optional: ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, and grease lightly.
Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar vigorously for about a minute until glossy. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
Sift or whisk in cocoa powder, flour, and ½ teaspoon salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
If using, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of caramel sauce over the top and gently swirl with a knife or fork to create ribbons.
Bake for 25-30 minutes. The center should still be slightly jiggly and a toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the hot brownies.
Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before cutting to allow them to set.

Notes

Do not overbake; brownies continue to cook in the hot pan. For extra fudginess, add an extra egg yolk. Ensure caramel sauce is slightly cooled before swirling to prevent sinking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (1 of 16)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 30
Sodium: 180
Fat: 16
Saturated Fat: 9
Carbohydrates: 42
Fiber: 2
Protein: 4

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