🍫 Fudgy Caramel Brownies – The Ultimate Gooey Chocolate Dessert

Sink your teeth into the most decadent caramel brownies you’ve ever had! These ultra-rich, chewy brownies are swirled with a silky caramel center and topped with flaky sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Made from scratch with pantry staples and chewy caramels, this recipe will become your go-to for parties, holidays, and late-night chocolate cravings! 🤎

✨ Why You’ll Love These Caramel Brownies

✔️ Ultra-fudgy and chewy texture with shiny crackly tops
✔️ Gooey caramel layer baked right into the center – no dry brownies here!
✔️ Made with real butter, cocoa powder, and brown sugar for maximum flavor
✔️ Uses store-bought caramels for ease, but tastes totally homemade
✔️ The perfect make-ahead dessert – even better the next day

🧰 Essential Tools

• 8×8-inch baking pan 🧁
• Parchment paper 📄
• Mixing bowls 🥣
• Whisk + rubber spatula 🍴
• Saucepan 🍯
• Wire cooling rack 🧊

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Brownie Batter:

• 🧈 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (227g)
• 🍫 ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75g)
• 🍯 1 cup packed light brown sugar (220g)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (50g)
• 🥚 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 🍦 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 🧂 1 tsp kosher salt (or ½ tsp fine salt)
• 🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• 🍫 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (180g)

For the Caramel Layer:

• 🥫 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
• 🍬 11 oz chewy caramel candies, unwrapped (like Werther’s)

Optional Topping:

• 🌊 Flaked sea salt, for garnish

👩‍🍳 How to Make Caramel Brownies

🔧 Step 1: Prep Your Pan

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8″ pan with parchment paper and lightly grease for easy release.

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🍫 Step 2: Make the Brownie Batter

1. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter with cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Add in brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Whisk until glossy and combined.
3. Gently fold in flour and chocolate chips using a spatula. Don’t overmix!

🍮 Step 3: Make the Caramel Layer

1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the sweetened condensed milk.
2. Add in the caramels and stir constantly until fully melted and silky smooth.
3. Set aside about ⅓ of the caramel for topping.

🧁 Step 4: Layer and Bake

1. Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
2. Pour ⅔ of the caramel evenly over the batter.
3. Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the caramel layer.
4. Bake for 35–45 minutes until set around the edges but gooey in the center.

❄️ Step 5: Cool & Finish

1. Let brownies cool completely before slicing (trust us – it’s worth it!).
2. Warm reserved caramel and drizzle over the top.
3. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes for that signature finish.

💡 Pro Tips for Gooey Brownie Success

✅ Room-temperature eggs make the batter blend smoother
✅ Don’t overmix – stir just until flour disappears for tender texture
✅ Line your pan for easy lifting and clean cuts
✅ Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements (especially flour!)
✅ Want crunch? Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter 🥜

🧊 Storage Tips

• Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
• For longer storage, freeze slices and reheat gently before serving.

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• How to Make Irresistible Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
• Easy Cheesecake Brownies with Swirls of Chocolate Bliss
• 🍫 Ultimate Brownie Cookie Recipe: Fudgy, Crinkly & Irresistible!

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📍 Pin it now and come back later when your chocolate cravings hit! These fudgy caramel brownies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with their gooey center, rich flavor, and beautiful drizzle. Don’t forget the sea salt – it’s the magic finishing touch! ✨

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🍫 Fudgy Caramel Brownies – The Ultimate Gooey Chocolate Dessert

Author: Sweet Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Cakes & Bakes Courses: Dessert

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 40 mins Rest Time 30 mins Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Cooking Temp: 175  C Servings: 12 Estimated Cost: $ 8 Calories: 290 kcl

Best Season: Fall, Winter, holidays

Description

These ultra-fudgy caramel brownies are the ultimate treat for any dessert lover! Made with real butter, cocoa powder, and brown sugar, swirled with creamy melted caramels, and finished with sea salt for that perfect sweet-salty bite. Whether you're baking for a party, the holidays, or a cozy night in, this easy brownie recipe will satisfy every chocolate craving.

Ingredients

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For the Brownie Batter:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (227g)
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75g)
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar (220g)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (50g)
• 3 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp kosher salt (or ½ tsp fine salt)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (180g)

For the Caramel Layer:

• 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
• 11 oz chewy caramel candies, unwrapped (like Werther’s)

Instructions

🔧 Step 1: Prep Your Pan

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8" pan with parchment paper and lightly grease for easy release.

🍫 Step 2: Make the Brownie Batter

1. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter with cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Add in brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Whisk until glossy and combined.
3. Gently fold in flour and chocolate chips using a spatula. Don't overmix!

🍮 Step 3: Make the Caramel Layer

1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the sweetened condensed milk.
2. Add in the caramels and stir constantly until fully melted and silky smooth.
3. Set aside about ⅓ of the caramel for topping.

🧁 Step 4: Layer and Bake

1. Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
2. Pour ⅔ of the caramel evenly over the batter.
3. Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the caramel layer.
4. Bake for 35–45 minutes until set around the edges but gooey in the center.

❄️ Step 5: Cool & Finish

1. Let brownies cool completely before slicing (trust us – it’s worth it!).
2. Warm reserved caramel and drizzle over the top.
3. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes for that signature finish.

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