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Salted Caramel Brownie Bars

Delicious brownie bars topped with a rich salted caramel sauce, combining sweet and salty flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bars
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Melted.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Packed, for moisture and flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavor.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder For rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Leavening agent.

Salted Caramel Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup Granulated sugar For caramel.
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter Cut into pieces.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt Adjust to taste.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • For the salted caramel sauce, place granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until melted and golden brown. Add butter and stir until melted.
  • Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously. Add sea salt and adjust to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper. Pour half of the brownie batter into the pan, then drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce over it.
  • Pour the remaining brownie batter on top, then drizzle the rest of the caramel sauce. Use a knife to swirl the caramel into the brownie batter.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft. A toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for about an hour. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.

Notes

These bars can be made gluten-free by substituting the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based butter.
Keyword Brownies, Dessert Bars, Salted Caramel