Chocolate-Caramel Brownies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 1/4 cups cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave.
3. Add sugar and stir to combine.
4. Add eggs and whisk until mixture is smooth.
5. Add cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, espresso powder (if using), and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
6. Add flour and chocolate chips. Stir until combined.
7. Pour half the batter into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle caramel sauce over batter. Pour remaining batter over caramel sauce and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Verdict: These chocolate-caramel brownies are rich, fudgy, and utterly delicious! The combination of chocolate and caramel is a match made in heaven.

Serving suggestions: Serve these brownies on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. They pair perfectly with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee.