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Ultimate Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies

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These brownies combine a fudgy base with a luscious salted caramel layer and a crunchy pretzel topping, creating a perfect balance of salty and sweet with delightful textures.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup (about 180ml) salted caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup (about 50g) mini pretzels, crushed but not powdered
  • 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until combined and smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is glossy and thick.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a rubber spatula just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula, smoothing the surface.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set but the center is still slightly soft (toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs).
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes to help the caramel layer stay on top.
  9. Spread the salted caramel sauce evenly over the warm brownie base using the back of a spoon.
  10. Sprinkle the crushed pretzels evenly over the caramel layer and pat down lightly to help them stick.
  11. Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes to toast the pretzels slightly and meld the caramel into the brownie.
  12. Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt on top after removing from the oven.
  13. Cool completely on a rack before slicing for clean cuts and set layers.

Notes

If caramel sauce is too thick, warm slightly for easier spreading. Do not overmix batter to keep brownies fudgy. Spread caramel while brownies are warm but not hot to avoid sinking. Crush pretzels by hand for varied texture and save some larger pieces for extra crunch on top. Flaky sea salt enhances flavor contrast and crunch.

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Keywords: brownies, salted caramel, pretzel topping, dessert, easy brownies, fudgy brownies, crunchy topping, sweet and salty

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