Easy Caramel Brownie Recipe
Ultra-fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with homemade buttery Caramel Brownie Recipe. These easy-to-make treats combine two classic flavors for an irresistible dessert that's ready in just over an hour. Perfect for any occasion!
Print Pin Servings: 16 brownies
Calories: 385kcal
Cost: $11
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Heavy-bottomed pot (for caramel)
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Caramel Layer
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 9x13" pan with parchment.
Brownie Batter:
- Melt butter, whisk in sugar
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla
- Mix dry ingredients separately
- Combine wet and dry ingredients
Caramel:
- Heat sugar until amber
- Add butter and whisk
- Pour in cream carefully
- Add salt and cool slightly
Assembly:
- Pour ⅔ brownie batter in pan
- Add half the caramel
- Top with remaining batter
- Swirl remaining caramel
Bake:
- 35-40 minutes at 350°F
Notes
- Let ingredients reach room temperature
- Don't overmix batter
- Cool completely before cutting
- Store in airtight container up to 5 days
Nutrition
Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 650IU | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg