Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and 2 ounces of chopped chocolate. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted. Whisk in the sugar, then the eggs and vanilla extract. The batter should be smooth and light brown.
- Add the cocoa powder, flour, salt, remaining 2 ounces of chocolate, pecans, and chocolate chips. Stir until fully combined, using a spatula or wooden spoon. The batter will be thick. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, checking with a toothpick. If it comes out with wet batter, bake for a few more minutes. Once it comes out with a few moist crumbs, it’s ready.
- Remove from the oven and pour the slightly cooled salted caramel over the hot brownies. Spread evenly. Optionally, sprinkle coarse salt for an extra salty-sweet kick.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely, preferably on a cooling rack. For faster cooling, refrigerate. Once cool, cut into squares.
Nutrition
Notes
These salted caramel turtle brownies offer a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors. The homemade caramel adds a rich layer of indulgence on top of a fudgy brownie base.
