Description
Irresistible candy bar pretzel brownies blend sweet and salty flavors into one incredible dessert. Chocolate lovers will discover a perfect harmony of rich brownie base, crunchy pretzels, and melted candy bar pieces that create pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
Chocolate and Candy Additions:
- 1 1/2 cups assorted candy bars, chopped (Snickers, Milky Way, etc.)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by warming the oven to 350°F and lining a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring slight overhang for effortless removal. Lightly coat the paper with a thin grease layer.
- Create a rich base by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Immediately remove from warmth and integrate granulated sugar until thoroughly blended.
- Temper the butter mixture by allowing it to cool slightly, then incorporate eggs individually, whisking smoothly after each addition. Infuse vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
- Craft the dry foundation by sifting flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a separate vessel. Gradually merge these ingredients into the butter mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
- Elevate the texture by gently folding crushed pretzels and chopped candy bars into the batter. If desired, sprinkle in chocolate chips for extra decadence.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, distributing evenly across the surface. Slide into the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until a inserted toothpick reveals moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely within the pan. Utilize parchment paper overhang to lift the entire batch, then slice into delectable squares ready for indulgence.
Notes
- Customize Pretzel Crunch by toasting pretzels briefly in a dry skillet to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra crispiness before crushing and mixing into brownie batter.
- Experiment with different candy bars like Snickers, Twix, or Milky Way to create unique flavor combinations that complement the chocolate base.
- Consider using gluten-free pretzels and almond flour for a celiac-friendly version without compromising the rich, decadent texture of the brownies.
- Prevent chocolate from burning by allowing melted butter to cool slightly before adding eggs, ensuring a smooth and consistent brownie mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg