Description
These fudgy salted caramel brownie bites are dense, gooey, and perfectly portioned for a sweet treat. Featuring a rich chocolate base with irresistible salted caramel swirls, they are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated white sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup (85g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (120ml) salted caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting edges hang over for easy removal.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or over low heat until just liquid, do not brown. Pour into a mixing bowl and whisk in the sugar until combined and glossy.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Batter will be thick and shiny.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt to remove lumps.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet batter using a spatula until streaks disappear. Do not overmix.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Drizzle half the salted caramel sauce in dollops and gently swirl with a knife or skewer.
- Repeat with remaining batter and caramel, swirling again for a marbled effect. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check at 25 minutes with a toothpick; it should have moist crumbs attached, not completely clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack. Lift brownies out using parchment edges and cut into 1½-inch squares. For cleaner cuts, wipe knife between slices.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter. Do not overmix batter or caramel to maintain fudgy texture and marbled caramel pockets. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Warm briefly before serving to restore gooey texture. Do not freeze as caramel may separate.
- Prep Time: 23 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie bite (1½-i
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Protein: 2
Keywords: brownie bites, fudgy brownies, salted caramel, easy dessert, bite-sized brownies, chocolate treats, party snacks