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Caramel Crunch Brownies

Irresistible Caramel Crunch Brownies for Sweet Indulgence

Dive into the deliciousness of Caramel Crunch Brownies, featuring a fudgy base and a satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 200 grams Dark Chocolate Use high-quality chocolate (at least 70% cocoa) for a rich flavor.
  • 150 grams Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter for extra taste.
  • 200 grams Brown Sugar Light brown sugar is recommended for a nuanced sweetness.
  • 3 Eggs Use room-temperature eggs for a smoother mix.
  • 120 grams Plain Flour Sift for a fluffier texture.
  • 50 grams Cocoa Powder Opt for high-quality cocoa for best results.
For the Caramel Crunch
  • 150 grams Caster Sugar Superfine sugar helps achieve smooth caramel.
  • 50 ml Water Assists in dissolving sugar.
  • 150 ml Single Cream Adds richness to the caramel.
  • 50 grams Puffed Rice Cereal Essential for crunch.
For the Ganache
  • 100 grams Chocolate (for Ganache) Dark chocolate balances sweetness.
  • 100 ml Single Cream Adds a silky texture.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking tin
  • spatula
  • heatproof bowl
  • double boiler

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a 20cm-square baking tin.
  2. Melt dark chocolate and unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat for 3-5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, eggs, plain flour, and cocoa powder with the cooled chocolate mixture.
  4. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared tin and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  5. For the caramel crunch, combine caster sugar and water in a saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves, then boil until golden brown.
  6. Stir in single cream and butter, then fold in puffed rice cereal.
  7. After brownies cool, pour the caramel crunch over them.
  8. Melt dark chocolate and single cream for the ganache and pour over the caramel layer.
  9. Let the ganache set for at least 3 hours before slicing.
  10. Serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for 3 months. Microwave for 10-15 seconds to enjoy warmed.

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