The Best Gooey Salted Caramel Brownies

• nonstick cooking spray0
• unsalted butter12 tablespoon
• granulated sugar1 cup
• brown sugar½ cup
• large egg3
• vanilla extract¾ teaspoon
• all purpose flour1 ½ cup
• unsweetened cocoa powder¼ cup
• salt1 teaspoon
• semi-sweet chocolate chips½ cup
• soft caramel candy2¼ lb
• soft caramel candy1 lb
• heavy cream¼ cup
• flaky sea salt0

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. 2

   Grease an 8x8-inch (20x20-cm) baking pan and line with parchment paper.

3. 3

   Make the brownies: in a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.

4. 4

   Add eggs and vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Whisk until thoroughly combined.

6. 6

   Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, and fold to incorporate.

7. 7

   Fold in the chocolate chips.

8. 8

   Pour half of the batter into the baking pan and spread to cover the bottom.

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   Arrange the caramel candies in a single layer over the batter.

10. 10

    Pour the rest of the batter over the caramel candies and spread to cover.

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    Bake for 35 minutes or until center is cooked through.

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    Remove the brownies from the oven and let cool.

13. 13

    Make the topping: combine the caramel candies and heavy cream in a medium heat-proof bowl.

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    Microwave for 1 minute in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the mixture is thick and velvety.

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    Pour the caramel topping over the brownies.

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    Let set for 10 minutes.

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    Sprinkle with sea salt.

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    Slice and serve.

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    Enjoy!