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Brown Butter Brownies

Indulgent Brown Butter Brownies with a Glossy Crackled Top

Experience the richness of Brown Butter Brownies with a glossy top, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Feel free to swap for plant-based butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can deepen flavors.
  • 2 large Eggs Always use room-temperature eggs for the best texture.
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Semi-sweet chocolate works as a milder alternative.
For the Dry Mix
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour No substitutes recommended unless using gluten-free flour.
  • ⅓ cup Cocoa Powder Opt for natural unsweetened.
  • 1 pinch Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
Optional Add-Ins or Toppings
  • Nuts or Chocolate Chunks Walnuts and pecans are classic choices.
  • Nut Butter Almond or peanut butter works wonders.
  • Fresh Fruit Serve alongside or on top for a burst of freshness.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: Remove from heat and whisk in granulated and brown sugar until dissolved.
  3. Incorporate Eggs: Add room-temperature eggs to the mixture and whisk until well-combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Blend Together: Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Bake: Pour batter into a lined baking pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes.
  7. Cool & Serve: Allow brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, don't overmix the batter and be sure to let the brownies cool before slicing.

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