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Caramel Cornflake Brownies

Caramel Cornflake Brownies: Irresistibly Crunchy and Gooey

Caramel Cornflake Brownies are a delightful reinvention of classic brownies, featuring a gooey center and a crunchy caramel cornflake topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 6 ounces dark chocolate high-quality
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
Topping
  • 2 cups cornflakes plain and fresh
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream can substitute with evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch square baking tin
  • heatproof bowl
  • saucepan
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease an 8x8 inch baking tin with butter or cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  2. Preheat the oven to 200°C (or 180°C for fan ovens/Gas Mark 6).
  3. Melt dark chocolate and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in granulated sugar, followed by flour and a pinch of salt. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared tin and bake for 35 minutes.
  6. Allow brownies to cool completely in the tin on a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the caramel by melting sugar over medium-high heat without stirring for about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, butter, salt, and vanilla extract, allowing to bubble for 3-5 minutes until reaching 118°C.
  9. Coat cornflakes in the caramel sauce, ensuring even coverage without crushing them.
  10. Spread the caramel-coated cornflakes evenly over the cooled brownie base and press down gently.
  11. Allow to cool completely for an hour before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze individual squares for longer storage.

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