Description
Indulgent millionaire brownies blend rich chocolate layers with silky caramel and buttery shortbread for an irresistible dessert experience. Luxurious textures and deep flavors will transport you to sweet bliss with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base:
- 1.5 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup (65g) cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/2 cup (65g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (90g) dark chocolate chips, chopped
- 1/2 tsp (3g) fine salt
- 2 large eggs (112g), at room temperature
- 1/4 cup (55g) vegetable or canola oil
- 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp (30g) water
- 1 tsp (4g) vanilla extract
Caramel Layer:
- 2/3 cup (200g) sweetened condensed milk (half a 14 ounces can)
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup (50g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp (30g) light corn syrup
- 1 tsp (4g) vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp (3g) fine salt
Shortbread Crust and Ganache:
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp (1g) fine salt
- 1/2 cup (120g) heavy cream
- 2/3 cup (120g) dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring consistently until the mixture begins to bubble.
- Monitor the temperature with a candy thermometer, aiming for 212°F (100°C), which indicates the perfect caramelization point.
- Reduce heat to low, allowing the mixture to simmer gently while continuously stirring to prevent scorching and achieve a rich, medium caramel color.
- Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, watching the consistency transform as the caramel thickens and develops a deep golden hue.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate vanilla extract and fine salt, stirring thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Transfer the caramel to a separate container, letting it cool naturally to room temperature, which will help it set and develop a smooth, luxurious texture.
Notes
- Precision matters when cooking caramel, so use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature monitoring to achieve the perfect consistency.
- Low and slow heat prevents burning, ensuring a smooth and rich caramel texture without scorching the sugars.
- Stirring continuously helps distribute heat evenly and prevents sugar crystallization, creating a silky-smooth caramel sauce.
- For dietary variations, substitute dairy butter with coconut oil or vegan butter, and use a plant-based sweetened condensed milk alternative to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg