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Sea Salt Caramel Brownies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 16 pieces
Calories 350
Indulge in rich, fudgy brownies topped with luscious sea salt caramel for a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors.

Ingredients

Dairy and Sweeteners

  • 0.67 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup vanilla bean (split and scraped)
  • 1.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • 0.75 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
  • 1 recipe sea salt caramel (above)
  • 16 oz mascarpone
  • 2 cups heavy cream (additional)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (additional)
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt (additional)
  • 2 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 14 oz bittersweet chocolate (coarsely chopped)
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened dutch cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt (½ teaspoon if iodized)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Prepare the sea salt caramel and set aside.
  • Combine melted chocolate, butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  • Stir in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
  • Pour batter into a prepared pan, swirl in caramel, and sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, then cool before serving.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality chocolate and fresh sea salt.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brownies, Caramel, sea salt