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Dulce-de-Leche-Brownies-Recipe

Dulce de Leche Brownies

Dulce de Leche Brownies are a delightful treat with a rich, gooey center made from chocolate and dulce de leche. This simple recipe delivers an irresistible dessert that will impress friends and family, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 3 eggs room temperature
  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 1 cup dulce de leche
  • ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare your dulce de leche ahead of time using your preferred method: oven, stovetop, instant pot, or slow cooker.
  2. Preheat your oven to the temperature recommended for brownies.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and 1 cup of chocolate chips over low heat until smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.
  5. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then fold this dry mixture into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
  7. Stir in the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips and pour half of the batter into a greased baking pan.
  8. Spread the dulce de leche evenly over the batter, then top with the remaining brownie batter and spread it evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the ⅓ cup of chocolate chips on top and bake in the preheated oven for the recommended time or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider using dark chocolate.
These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg