Description
Chocolate lovers swoon over Better Than a Boyfriend Brownies, a sinful dessert that promises pure indulgence. Rich, fudgy layers of chocolate temptation will make hearts melt faster than the most irresistible treat you’ll ever encounter.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Baking Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks or 227 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (75 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) caramel sauce
- 1 cup (170 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
Topping and Mix-in Ingredients:
- ½ cup (60 grams) chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup (50 grams) mini marshmallows
- A sprinkle of sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal environment for chocolate indulgence.
- Prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan by generously coating it with butter or cooking spray, then carefully drape parchment paper across the bottom and sides, allowing slight overhang for effortless brownie extraction.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients, whisking flour, cocoa powder, and salt until completely integrated and free of lumps.
- Melt chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or microwave, stirring consistently until smooth and glossy, creating a rich liquid foundation for the brownies.
- Whisk granulated and brown sugars into the molten chocolate mixture, blending until the sugars dissolve and the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth, homogeneous batter that will yield a decadent texture.
- Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent overworking the batter and maintaining a tender crumb.
- Pour the luxurious batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and tap the pan to release any trapped air bubbles.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a slightly firm center and a delicate crackly top.
- Remove from the oven and allow brownies to cool completely in the pan, which helps them set and develop a rich, fudgy consistency.
- Lift the brownies out using the parchment paper overhang, slice into squares, and serve this irresistible chocolate delight.
Notes
- Ensure chocolate and butter are melted together smoothly for a rich, silky texture that creates ultra-fudgy brownies.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling and achieve clean, perfect squares.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary needs.
- Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of espresso powder or sea salt on top, which deepens chocolate intensity and creates gourmet-style brownies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg