Description
Deliciously rich and chewy Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies featuring a perfect balance of sweet chocolate, gooey caramel swirls, and crunchy salty pretzels. This American dessert combines buttery semisweet chocolate brownie batter with caramel sauce and flaky sea salt for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup crushed pretzels
Toppings
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring it covers the sides for easy removal.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and semisweet chocolate together over a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently until smooth and fully combined. Allow to cool slightly before the next step.
- Mix Sugars and Eggs: Whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Pretzels: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined without overmixing. Stir in half of the crushed pretzels carefully to maintain some texture.
- Layer Batter and Caramel Swirl: Pour the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top and use a knife or skewer to swirl it beautifully into the batter for a marbled effect.
- Add Toppings and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining crushed pretzels evenly over the caramel-topped batter. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Finish and Cool: Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt on top. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving to ensure they set properly.
Notes
- For extra gooey brownies, slightly underbake and allow them to finish setting while cooling.
- Use high-quality caramel sauce to enhance the flavor of the brownies.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
