Description
Brown Butter Brownies are a luscious dessert that combines the deep, nutty flavor of brown butter with rich chocolate for a fudgy treat. These brownies melt in your mouth and are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo. Their glossy top and chewy texture make them an instant favorite, no matter the occasion. Follow this simple recipe to create these delectable squares that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg