Caramel-Drizzled Brownie Hearts

Vegetarian
Caramel-Drizzled Brownie Hearts
165 min.
7
415kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delightful Caramel-Drizzled Brownie Hearts, a dessert that’s sure to impress both family and friends! Perfect for any occasion, these rich and fudgy brownies are not only vegetarian but also incredibly easy to make. With a preparation time of just 165 minutes, you can create a stunning treat that looks as good as it tastes.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey brownie, topped with a luscious drizzle of homemade caramel that melts in your mouth. The addition of crunchy pecans adds a delightful texture, making each bite a perfect balance of flavors. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself after a long day, these brownie hearts are the ultimate comfort food.

What’s more, the heart shape of these brownies makes them a charming choice for romantic dinners, Valentine’s Day, or even a fun baking project with the kids. The process of cutting out the hearts and drizzling the caramel is not only enjoyable but also creates a beautiful presentation that will wow your guests.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Caramel-Drizzled Brownie Hearts. They’re sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz brownie mix 
  • serving vegetable oil for on brownie mix box
  • 15  individually wrapped caramels (from 14 oz)
  • teaspoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoons pecans chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil
  • cookie cutter
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make and bake brownies as directed on box. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. Freeze in pan 15 minutes.
  2. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. With deep 3-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut 7 brownies. Save leftover pieces for snacking.
  3. In small microwavable bowl, microwave caramels and whipping cream uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir. Continue microwaving in 15 second intervals, until mixture can be stirred smooth.
  4. Arrange brownies on serving plate.
  5. Drizzle about half of the caramel mixture over brownies.
  6. Sprinkle with pecans.
  7. Serve with remaining caramel mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories415kcal
Protein4.22%
Fat31.38%
Carbs64.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.71
Glycemic Load
10.74
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.247826092917%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.31mg
Delphinidin
0.21mg
Catechin
0.21mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:414.76kcal
20.74%
Fat:14.66g
22.56%
Saturated Fat:3.36g
21%
Carbohydrates:67.72g
22.57%
Net Carbohydrates:67.44g
24.52%
Sugar:46.37g
51.53%
Cholesterol:4.73mg
1.58%
Sodium:242.48mg
10.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.44g
8.88%
Iron:1.93mg
10.7%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.55%
Vitamin K:4.26µg
4.05%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.76%
Phosphorus:34mg
3.4%
Calcium:33.46mg
3.35%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.77%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.19%
Copper:0.04mg
1.92%
Magnesium:7.3mg
1.83%
Potassium:60.29mg
1.72%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.65%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.54%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.15%
Fiber:0.27g
1.1%
Vitamin A:52.6IU
1.05%