These mega-indulgent Chocolate Fudge Caramel Swirl Brownies are going to be your new go-to for any time you’re craving chocolate!
Have you ever seen anything more beautiful in your life? These Chocolate Fudge Caramel Swirl Brownies deserve all the heart eyes emojis and more! If you are a chocoholic who likes the occasional salty caramel thrown in, then you’ll absolutely love these.
It may only be mid-September, but I’m already dreaming up all of the holiday recipes. I’m so sorry to be one of those people, but I’m happy to see summer leave and fall arrive.
I don’t know really what prompted me to make these brownies, but something just came over me one day and I decided that I needed to bake. Anyone who loves to bake will understand that feeling.
Sometimes you just feel led to preheat that oven and the rest is history. Since my favorite brownies weren’t enough obviously, I decided to make them very over the top with a layer of classic chocolate fudge and a salted caramel swirl. You’re welcome!
Be sure to save this recipe to your Pinterest, because you’re definitely going to want it come Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas or all of the holidays, lol.
- 3 ounces unsweetened bakers chocolate, chopped
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon Maldon sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling on top
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 14 oz can full-fat sweetened condensed milk
- 25 caramels, unwrapped
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment or foil and spray with a nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium heatproof bowl over gently simmering water, melt chocolate and butter together until smooth. Take the bowl off the heat. Whisk in sugar, then eggs, one at a time, then 1 tsp vanilla and salt. Stir in flour with a rubber spatula and pour the batter into prepared pan, spreading until it’s even. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out batter-free. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan, on a wire rack until cool to the touch. While the brownies are cooling, prepare the fudge and caramel.
- Combine the chocolate chips and the sweetened condensed milk in another heatproof bowl. Place over a pan of simmering water, and stir until the chocolate is completely melted and sweetened condensed milk is incorporated. Stir in remaining 2 tsp of vanilla extract.
- Pour over the top of the cooled brownies, smoothing until flat.
- Quickly rinse out and dry the bowl. Combine the unwrapped caramels and heavy cream in the bowl. Follow the same stovetop melting directions or microwave for 30 seconds then stir for 30 seconds. Return the mixture to the microwave and microwave in bursts of 15 seconds stirring for 30 seconds in between until completely melted.
- When the caramel sauce is melted and smooth, pour over the chocolate fudge evenly. If you want a chocolate caramel swirl fudge like I did for the photos, prepare the two layers at the same time, lay down the chocolate fudge, and then immediately pour the caramel over in vertical lines. Use a butter knife swirl the layers together.
- If desired, top the caramel with sea salt. (highly recommended)
- Cover tightly and place in the fridge to set up overnight or at least an hour and a half.
- When you’re ready to serve, cut the brownies with a sharp knife. You can also wet it with hot water if it’s too hard to cut into.
- Store any leftover brownies in an airtight container in the fridge.
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Mrs Major Hoff
Tuesday 12th of September 2017
These look so unbelievably amazing! Pinned so I can try them later. Cause I need these in my life!
Paige
Tuesday 12th of September 2017
Thanks! You totally do, I hope you enjoy!
Bethany
Tuesday 12th of September 2017
Such beautiful, delicious layers! Yum!
Paige
Tuesday 12th of September 2017
Thanks Bethany!
cakespy
Tuesday 12th of September 2017
CRIKEY do these sound amazing. The texture looks absolutely perfect, and the flavor basically includes all of my favorites. <3
Paige
Tuesday 12th of September 2017
Thank you!They are a treat for SURE!