Description
Millionaire brownie bars blend rich chocolate layers with caramel and shortbread for an irresistible dessert. Luxurious textures and flavors create a sweet experience you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (softened and melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup water
Chocolate Ingredients:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Craft the shortbread foundation by preheating the oven to 350F. Blend butter, flour, and salt into a cohesive dough. Distribute the mixture uniformly across a parchment-lined 9×13 inch baking dish, ensuring an even surface. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges transform to a delicate golden hue. Allow the base to cool thoroughly.
- Construct the rich brownie layer by whisking melted butter with cocoa powder and sugar until silky. Incorporate eggs and vanilla, then gently fold in flour and salt. Distribute the brownie mixture evenly atop the cooled shortbread base. Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, verifying doneness with a clean toothpick test. Cool completely within the pan.
- Generate the caramel layer by melting sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Watch carefully as the mixture transforms to a rich amber tone. Gradually introduce cream and butter, stirring consistently. Simmer briefly to achieve desired thickness. Infuse with vanilla and let cool slightly. Cascade the caramel smoothly across the brownie surface, allowing complete setting.
- Fabricate the chocolate glaze by gently melting chocolate chips with heavy cream and butter over low heat. Stir until achieving a glossy, uniform consistency. Drizzle and spread the glaze evenly across the caramel layer. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until fully solidified.
- Liberate the dessert from the pan using parchment paper edges. Slice into precise 16 squares, revealing the layered decadence. Serve and savor the intricate flavor profile.
Notes
- Achieve the perfect shortbread base by ensuring butter is at room temperature for easy mixing and smooth texture.
- Control brownie density by not overmixing the batter, which prevents a tough, dense result and maintains a fudgy consistency.
- Create clean, precise cuts by using a hot knife wiped between slices and chilling bars completely before serving for neat presentation.
- Customize dietary needs by substituting gluten-free flour for traditional flour and using dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream and vegan butter for a plant-based version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg