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Turtle Brownies

Irresistibly Fudgy Turtle Brownies with Homemade Caramel

Indulge in these Turtle Brownies featuring rich chocolate, homemade caramel, and crunchy pecans, making them a must-try dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter For a richer taste, try using browned butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder For a more intense chocolate taste, consider using dark cocoa powder.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Coffee Granules Omit if desired for a pure chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 2 large Eggs Use cold eggs for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans For a nut-free alternative, simply omit the pecans.
For Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan (8x8 or 9x9 inch)
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking pan with aluminum foil, then lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it turns light golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter with granulated sugar, light brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, coffee granules, and baking powder. Stir until smooth, then cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cold eggs and vanilla extract until you have a glossy batter.
  5. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, then add the chocolate chips and chopped pecans, mixing until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let the brownies cool completely on a wire rack, then prepare the caramel sauce and drizzle over the brownies.
  8. Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure to brown the butter carefully and chill the brownies to set the caramel before cutting.

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