Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Pretzel (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Brownie Base
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1 cup unsalted butter
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8 oz dark chocolate, chopped or in chips
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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½ cup brown sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup cocoa powder
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½ tsp salt
→ Topping
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1 cup crushed pretzels
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1 cup caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade
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Sea salt flakes for sprinkling
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
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In a saucepan, melt butter and dark chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
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Whisk granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted mixture. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
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Sift in all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix just until combined without overmixing.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle crushed pretzels evenly over the top. Drizzle caramel sauce over pretzels and use a knife to lightly swirl.
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Bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
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Sprinkle sea salt flakes while the brownies are still warm. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
# Additional Notes:
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For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate.