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Brown Butter Brownies

Brown Butter Brownies: Irresistibly Fudgy Bliss at Home

Indulge in these Brown Butter Brownies, featuring a rich, nutty flavor that's an easy and delicious treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Browned for nutty flavor
  • 6 ounces Chocolate (semi-sweet or bittersweet) Melted with brown butter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Packed for moisture
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Balances moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Binding agent
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth and aroma
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Deepens chocolate essence
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances flavors
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chunks For gooey bites
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Optional for extra crunch

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: Melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring until it turns golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Melt Chocolate: Stir chocolate into warm browned butter until melted and smooth.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and eggs until smooth. Stir in chocolate-butter mixture and vanilla.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Whisk cocoa, sea salt, and flour together. Gradually fold into the wet mixture.
  5. Add Chocolate Chunks: Fold in chocolate chunks evenly into the batter.
  6. Prepare to Bake: Line baking pan with parchment paper and pour in the batter, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is crackly.
  8. Cool and Slice: Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce for an extra decadent experience. Store in an airtight container for up to four days.

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