Salted Caramel Brownies Recipe (2024)

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Salted Caramel Brownies Recipe

Salted caramel brownies are one of those desserts that everyone loves. They are a little bit sweet, a little bit salty, and absolutely delicious. This recipe has been a fan favorite since 2016, and it’s easy to see why! In this post, we will walk you through two different methods for making these crowd-pleasing brownies. So whether you are an experienced baker or just starting out, you can make these brownies with ease. Let’s get started!

This Salted Caramel Brownies Recipe has been a fan favorite since 2016. And it has maintained its popularity over the years, because it is SO good and very easy. This post will walk you through a couple of different ways, step-by-step, to make this crowd-pleasing dessert.

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Ingredients

The Entirely Homemade Version

For the Homemade Caramel Topping

  • granulated sugar
  • salted butter, cut into pieces
  • heavy cream
  • pinch of salt

Click here for the caramel recipe.

For the Brownies

  • butter
  • semi-sweet chocolate
  • sugar
  • eggs
  • flour
  • cocoa powder
  • salt
  • semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Ingredients

The Semi-Homemade Version (My Preference)

For the Caramel Topping

For the Brownies

  • butter
  • semi-sweet chocolate
  • sugar
  • eggs
  • flour
  • cocoa powder
  • salt
  • semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Ingredients

The Shortcut Version

For the Caramel Topping

For the Brownies

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Questions Answered: Brownies

How do you make easy brownies?

If you’re looking for a dump everything in one bowl and mix it up kind of recipe, then my super easy Fudgy Chocolate Chunk Brownies is the perfect recipe for you. You don’t have to melt any chocolate, and there aren’t a million steps. It really is as simple as tossing all of the ingredients into the bowl and stirring!Salted Caramel Brownies Recipe (5)

How do you make fudgy brownies from scratch?

The secret ingredient to a good, fudgy brownie with shiny, crackly tops is… melted chocolate.

In actuality, that’s probably oversimplifying it a bit. But if you have to narrow it down to one ingredient, I’d say that’s the one. But if we’re going to break this down a little farther, there are a couple of other components you need to take into account. Here are the ingredients that affect the fudginess of a brownie:

✔️ Leavening agents. My very favorite brownie recipes don’t have any baking soda or baking powder, which limits the amount of air in the brownies (air = cake-y).

✔️ Fat-to-Flour ratio. A good, fudgy brownie needs more fat than flour. Which is why using melted chocolate instead of cocoa powder helps so much.

✔️ Chocolate chips. To achieve those beautiful, crackly tops that everyone wants in a brownie, you need to mix chocolate chips into the brownie batter. I don’t know why, but I know that it’s a must.Salted Caramel Brownies Recipe (6)

How do you make boxed brownies better?

Here are a few ideas for doctoring-up a batch of brownie mix brownies:

✔️ Top the brownie batter with pieces of cookie dough before baking to make Brookies!
✔️ Add mix-ins to the batter before baking.

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✔️ Top the baked brownies with something delicious! I love using Mrs. Richardson’s caramel sauce to make this Salted Caramel Brownies recipe. It is THE BEST! I can usually find it at Target.

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Can I use a different type of chocolate chips in this recipe?

Yes, you can use any type of chocolate chips that you prefer. Milk, dark, or semisweet will all work well.

What if I want to make these brownies gluten-free?

In that case, you can use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose. Just make sure to check the label on your specific brand before using it in this recipe so that everything turns out perfectly!

Can I add nuts or other ingredients like chocolate chips?

Sure. You can also substitute butter for the vegetable oil if you’d like. And feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or any other ingredients that you love into this recipe! As long as the brownie batter is still wet after adding them in, they will bake up just fine.

Can I make these brownies ahead of time?

Yes – brownies are actually a great dessert to make ahead of time! Just bake them according to the recipe instructions, let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer until ready to serve. They will last for about a week in the fridge and several months in the freezer.

What is the best way to cut brownies?

Use a sharp knife and cut them into little squares. You can also use an egg slicer for this purpose if you don’t have any other tools available (just press down on each side of the square until it comes out). And don’t forget to wipe your knife off between slices!

How do I store brownies?

You can store brownies in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. If you are storing them in the fridge, they will last for about a week. And if you are storing them in the freezer, they will last for several months. Just make sure to thaw them out before serving!

Can I make these brownies with any kind of flour?

Yes! This recipe calls for all-purpose, but you can use whole wheat or gluten free if that’s what your heart desires. Just keep in mind that your end result may vary slightly from mine because different flours have different properties and will react differently with other ingredients.

Do I need to preheat the oven before baking these brownies?

Yes, you do! You can either turn on your oven when you start mixing together all of the ingredients or set a timer for 15 minutes and then put them in right away (this is what I did). Just make sure that the oven is fully preheated by the time you put the brownies in so they cook evenly!

What kind of pan should I use to bake these brownies?

A square baking pan (either an eight or nine inch one will work) is best for this recipe. If you don’t have one, you can also use a round cake pan. Just make sure that the brownies are spread out evenly in the pan so they cook evenly.

My brownies turned out too dry – what did I do wrong?

There are a few things that could have gone wrong and resulted in dry brownies. First, if you overbaked them, then they may have come out too dry. Second, if the oven temperature was set too high then this can also cause moisture loss during baking as well. Finally, if your flour has been sitting around for a while it might not be as fresh and could contribute to dryness in baked goods like brownies. Next time, make sure to keep an eye on them and test them with a toothpick for doneness before taking them out of the oven. And if you’re not sure about your oven temperature, try using an oven thermometer to be precise.

My brownies turned out too gooey – what did I do wrong?

There are a few things that could have gone wrong and resulted in gooey brownies. First, if you underbaked them then they may be still wet inside. Second, if your oven temperature was set too low then this can also cause moisture loss during baking as well. Finally, if your flour has been sitting around for a while it might not be as fresh and could contribute to gooeyness in baked goods like brownies. Next time, make sure to keep an eye on them and test them with a toothpick for doneness before taking them out of the oven. And if you’re not sure about your oven temperature, try using an oven thermometer to be precise.

What can I do if my brownies are too dense?

There are a few things that could have gone wrong and resulted in dense brownies. First, if you used too much flour then they may be heavy and not as fluffy as you’d like them to be. Second, if the butter wasn’t melted completely before you added it to the batter then this could have also resulted in heavier brownies. Finally, if your oven temperature was set too high then this can also cause baked goods to become dense. Next time, make sure to follow the recipe exactly and measure your ingredients properly. And if you’re not sure about your oven temperature, try using an oven thermometer to be precise.

What can I do if my brownies are too light?

There are a few things that could have gone wrong and resulted in lighter brownies. First, if you used too much flour then they may be heavy and not as fluffy as you’d like them to be. Second, if the butter wasn’t melted completely before you added it to the batter then this could have also resulted in light brownies. Finally, if your oven temperature was set too low then this can also cause baked goods to become light. Next time, make sure to follow the recipe exactly and measure your ingredients properly. And if you’re not sure about your oven temperature, try using an oven thermometer to be precise.

What can I do if my brownies are too sweet?

There are a few things that could have gone wrong and resulted in sweet brownies. First, if you used too much sugar then they may be overly sweet. Second, if the chocolate wasn’t sweet enough then this could also make the brownies too sweet. Third, if you added too much salt then this can also cause them to be too sweet. Next time, make sure to follow the recipe exactly and measure your ingredients properly. And if you’re not sure about your sugar or salt levels, try using a kitchen scale to be precise.

What can I do if my brownies are too salty?

There are a few things that could have gone wrong and resulted in salty brownies. First, if you used too much salt then they may be overly salty. Second, if the chocolate wasn’t sweet enough then this could also make the brownies too salty. Third, if you added too much sugar then this can also cause them to be too salty. Next time, make sure to follow the recipe exactly and measure your ingredients properly. And if you’re not sure about your sugar or salt levels, try using a kitchen scale to be precise.

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Salted Caramel Brownies

Yield: 9

Fudgy brownies studded with chocolate chips and topped with caramel and a sprinkling of sea salt.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • approximately 10 ounces caramel sauce
  • flaked sea salt

Instructions

Preheat to 350ºF. Lightly grease a 9x9 baking dish.

Melt together the butter and the semi sweet chocolate. Let cool slightly.

Stir in the sugar and the eggs. Mix in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold in the chocolate chips.

Spread the batter in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.

Let cool completely before topping with caramel sauce and sprinkling with sea salt.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 9Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 647Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 137mgSodium: 498mgCarbohydrates: 94gFiber: 2gSugar: 75gProtein: 7g

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FAQs

What happens if you don't add salt to brownies? ›

Salt enhances the sweetness in your brownies. You might think that adding salt would make brownies, or any chocolate, salter, but it actually brings out the sweet quality in these types of desserts. Sprinkle it in the batter or add flaky sea salt to the top of the brownies after removing them from the oven.

Why do you put salt on top of brownies? ›

The only thing that saves them from being chocolate overkill is the generous portion of salt in the batter, which cuts through the richness of the chocolate. But the real star is the flaked sea salt on top, a completely necessary component that adds the occasional crunch and pop of pure salty bliss.

Why do you need brown sugar in brownies? ›

While brown sugar can certainly impart a subtle caramel and toffee-like flavor to your brownie batch, this ingredient also brings extra moisture to your recipe, due in part to the molasses used to create the product.

Do you use salted or unsalted butter in brownie mix? ›

Salted butter.

Unsalted butter works well too, you may just need to adjust the amount of sea salt in the recipe. Coconut oil or ghee can also be used in this recipe for dairy-free versions.

What happens if you forget the salt in a baking recipe? ›

Without salt, your dough will rise faster than it normally would, leading to less flavor development and a weaker structure. To incorporate the salt, mix it with a few teaspoons of water. Return your dough to the mixer, tear it into three to six pieces, and drizzle the liquid on top.

What is a substitute for salt in brownies? ›

As a general rule for sweet recipes, 1 tsp. kosher salt can be substituted with 2 tsp. soy sauce without adversely affecting the finished product. And don't worry—your baked goods won't taste like soy sauce, but they will have an undetectable note that will have people coming back for seconds.

What to do if you put too much salt in brownies? ›

Drizzle in a mild vinegar like all-purpose vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or white wine vinegar to help mask the salt with acidity by distracting the taste buds. Sprinkle some citric acid in your dish. Citric acid is a solid ingredient so you can more easily control the portion than working with acidic liquids.

How much salt to add to boxed brownies? ›

For one box of brownie batter, about one teaspoon of salt should suffice. As another option, sprinkle sea salt flakes on top after the brownies come out of the oven. If salt isn't your thing, there are still many ways to elevate your boxed brownies.

Why do you melt butter for brownies? ›

The reason we melt butter in brownie recipes instead of beating room temperature butter with sugar is because that helps give a rich, chewy, fudgy texture. Beating butter incorporates air and gives a more light, airy, cakey texture, which we don't want in a brownie. Well, you might want that, but I don't!

What happens if I use brown sugar instead of white in brownies? ›

You'll likely notice a more robust flavor, and the finished baked goods' color may also be darker. These color, flavor, and texture alterations come from how brown sugar is made.

Can I use powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar in brownies? ›

Can powdered sugar be substituted for granulated sugar in recipes? A. It is not recommended to substitute powdered sugar for granulated sugar. Since powdered sugar has a much finer texture, and it contains a small percentage of cornstarch to prevent caking, substituting can give you unexpected results.

What is the purpose of eggs in brownies? ›

Eggs create structure and stability in a batter, they add moisture and impact the texture of the final baked good. Their ability to assist with bringing ingredients together makes for a smooth, velvety brownie batter. The role of the egg white, egg yolk and whole egg can overlap and vary in different recipes.

What happens if you accidentally use salted butter in brownies? ›

If you are making brownies from scratch, just omit any salt in the recipe and it should come out fine. If you are using salted butter in a brownie mix, the brownies will probably taste a little too salty, because salt has already been added to the dry mix.

Do brownies taste better with butter or oil? ›

the butter brownies actually had a fudgier texture. they were softer, and they really just melted in your mouth. they also had that shiny crust and just better flavor, whereas the oil brownies were actually chewier. they were crunchier at the top and at the edges.

How important is salt in brownies? ›

But mostly, salt is about making things more delicious. It's the key to waking up flavors, creating balance and making desserts totally crave-worthy, giving everything that little edge that makes you take one more bite.

Is salt necessary in baked goods? ›

Baked goods made without salt will taste flat and boring. Salt enhances and balances flavors, especially sweetness. The proper amount of salt can take a mediocre recipe and make it outstanding.

Can you eliminate salt in baking? ›

If you absolutely must cut back, King Arthur says you can generally safely reduce the amount by half without a dramatic difference. But even then it may not be worth risking the issues below for such a minimal reduction. Salt is essential to properly risen bread.

Why are my brownies not moist? ›

If your brownies are turning out dry, it's for one of two reasons - either you've overcooked the brownies or there is too much flour in your recipe. Overcooked brownies?

Why are my brownies not cakey? ›

Achieving a fudgy brownie is all to do with the ratio of fat to flour. A fudgy brownie recipe will use more fat than flour. Generally this is achieved by adding more butter or real chocolate to your brownie recipe. A cakey brownie recipe on the other hand will call for more flour in the ratio of fat to flour.

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