Description
Deliciously rich and fudgy Turtles Brownies featuring a decadent blend of chocolate, caramel, and pecans. These brownies are baked to perfection with a gooey caramel layer and topped with chopped pecans and a chocolate drizzle for an indulgent treat that’s perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans, divided
Toppings
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Additional melted chocolate or chocolate sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the mixture, whisking until the batter becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet ingredients, then gently stir until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips and Pecans: Carefully fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and half of the chopped pecans to distribute them evenly within the batter.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Drizzle Caramel: Immediately upon removing the brownies from the oven, drizzle the warm brownies evenly with caramel sauce and spread it gently to cover the top.
- Add Pecans and Chocolate Drizzle: Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans over the caramel layer, then drizzle additional melted chocolate or chocolate sauce over the top for extra richness.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. For cleaner cuts, chill the brownies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before slicing into servings.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Chilling the brownies before slicing helps achieve neat, clean pieces.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts if preferred.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
