Chocolate Salted Butterscotch Brownies
250kcal
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter for richness
- 1 cup granulated sugar to balance cocoa
- 2 large eggs for binding
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor enhancement
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder gives deep chocolate flavor
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour adds stability
- 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder for slight rising
For the Butterscotch Topping
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter for creamy sauce
- 1 cup packed brown sugar for caramel-like sweetness
- 1/2 cup heavy cream for smooth sauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to elevate flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt for contrast
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually. Stir until just combined.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool slightly in the pan.
- Prepare the butterscotch sauce by combining butter, packed brown sugar, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Pour the butterscotch mixture over the brownies and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares, about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Serve by cutting into squares.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories250kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein2gFat13gSaturated Fat8gCholesterol50mgSodium150mgPotassium100mgFiber1gSugar18gVitamin A5IUCalcium2mgIron5mg