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Fudgy Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies with Flaky Sea Salt

Chef Emily Carter By Chef Emily Carter
• Published: Aug 18, 2026 (Updated: Oct 04, 2026) • ★ 4.9 (440 ratings)
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Fudgy Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies with Flaky Sea Salt
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
16 squares
Calories
340 kcal
Cuisine
American

A chocolate lover's dream: Fudgy Salted Caramel Brownies have shiny, paper-thin crinkly tops and an intensely fudgy, molten center swirled with gooey salted caramel.

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Fudgy Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies with Flaky Sea Salt

★ 4.9 / 5 (440 reader reviews) Yield: 16 squares

Dense, ultra-fudgy dark chocolate brownies with shiny crinkly tops, swirled with homemade salted caramel and topped with flaky sea salt. Pure decadence!

🛒 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Melt butter and dark chocolate together until smooth; cool slightly.
  2. 2
    Beat eggs and sugars with a hand mixer on high for 3-4 minutes until pale and voluminous (creates the shiny crinkle top!).
  3. 3
    Fold melted chocolate and vanilla into the egg mixture.
  4. 4
    Gently fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt just until combined.
  5. 5
    Spread batter into a parchment-lined 8x8 inch baking pan.
  6. 6
    Dollop salted caramel over the top and swirl with a knife.
  7. 7
    Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 28-32 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick has moist crumbs.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and cool completely before slicing.
💡 Chef's Insider Tip: Whipping the eggs and sugar until thick and pale is the scientific secret behind that delicate, glossy crinkle crust on top.

🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

340
Calories
4g
Protein
44g
Carbs
18g
Fat
2g
Fiber

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💬 Kitchen FAQs & Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about making Fudgy Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies with Flaky Sea Salt? Here are chef-tested answers, storage advice, and easy substitutions.

How do I get that shiny, paper-thin crinkly crust on top of brownies?

Whip the eggs and sugars together with an electric mixer for 3 to 4 minutes until pale, thick, and frothy before folding in the melted chocolate and butter. The dissolved sugar creates the signature glossy meringue-like film.

How do I prevent the caramel layer from burning or sinking to the bottom?

Pour half of the brownie batter into the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, drizzle warm salted caramel over the top, cover with the remaining batter, and finish baking.

How do I tell when fudgy brownies are done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out with moist, sticky crumbs attached, not wet batter. If the toothpick comes out completely clean, the brownies will be cakey rather than fudgy.

How long should I let the brownies cool before cutting?

Let them cool completely in the pan for at least 2 hours, or chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Chilling allows the chocolate and salted caramel to set into clean, bakery-sharp squares.

Chef Emily Carter

Recipe Created by Chef Emily Carter

Professional culinary chef and recipe developer with 12+ years of experience crafting foolproof family meals, comfort food classics, and healthy weeknight dinners.

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