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Millionaire Brownies
Laura

Millionaire Brownies

Rich fudgy brownies layered with soft caramel and silky chocolate ganache.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

  • 170 g unsalted butter melted
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 120 g plain flour
  • 45 g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 170 g soft caramel sweets or caramel candies
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream for caramel
  • 180 g dark or semi-sweet chocolate chopped
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream for topping
  • flaky sea salt optional

Equipment

  • 20 cm square baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 175°C and line a square pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk the melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
  3. Fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
  4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, then cool completely.
  5. Melt the caramel sweets and cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  6. Spread the caramel over the cooled brownie and chill for 20 to 30 minutes.
  7. Melt the chocolate and cream, then spread over the caramel layer.
  8. Chill for at least one hour, slice with a warm knife, and serve.

Notes

  • Cool every layer before adding the next one.
  • For clean slices, warm and wipe the knife between cuts.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days.