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delicious batch of homemade brownie brittle topped with crunchy almonds and hazelnuts. This rich and crispy brownie brittle recipe is the perfect chocolate treat for snack lovers.

Easy Brownie Brittle Recipe

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Crispy, chocolatey, and utterly addictive, this brownie brittle recipe transforms your favorite brownie edges into a crunchy snack. Think of it as a chocolate lover's dream cookie that's perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 65

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 large egg white
  • cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips divided
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts for topping

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Offset spatula (crucial for thin spreading)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Sifter or fine-mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C)
  2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper
  3. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda
  4. Whisk egg white until frothy
  5. Mix in sugars, melted butter, water, and vanilla
  6. Fold in dry ingredients until just combined
  7. Fold in ¼ cup chocolate chips
  8. Spread very thinly on baking sheet
  9. Top with remaining chips and nuts
  10. Bake 20-25 minutes until crisp
  11. Cool completely before breaking into pieces

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: -1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1.8gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 52mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

  • Spread as thin as possible for best crunch
  • Rotate pan halfway through baking
  • Watch carefully in final minutes to prevent burning

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