Dulce de Leche Swirled Brownies Recipe
These Dulce de Leche Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with luscious swirls of creamy dulce de leche, creating a decadent dessert perfect for any occasion. The recipe blends a classic brownie base with the sweet caramel flavor of dulce de leche, baked to gooey perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
For the Dulce de Leche Swirl:
- 1 cup dulce de leche (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownie Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from the heat and stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
- Add Dulce de Leche: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula. Drop spoonfuls of dulce de leche over the batter. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the dulce de leche into the batter to create a marbled effect. Then pour the remaining brownie batter on top and spread it gently. For an extra touch, add more dulce de leche on top and swirl it into the batter gently.
- Bake the Brownies: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter. Once baked, allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature.
- Serve: Once the brownies have cooled, slice them into squares using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy these rich, fudgy brownies with swirls of sweet dulce de leche as a delightful dessert or snack.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to line the baking pan for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- The dulce de leche can be store-bought or homemade; homemade will add a slightly richer flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep brownies tender.
- For an even richer taste, feel free to add chopped nuts or additional chocolate chips.
- Brownies are best served at room temperature but can be warmed slightly before serving if preferred.
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