Dark Chocolate Caramel Brownies

Health score
1%
Dark Chocolate Caramel Brownies
125 min.
24
273kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these decadent Dark Chocolate Caramel Brownies, a dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering. With a rich, fudgy base made from a dark chocolate cake mix, these brownies are elevated to new heights with a luscious layer of gooey caramel and a sprinkle of semisweet chocolate chips. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making them irresistible to chocolate lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

Perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply a cozy night in, these brownies are not only easy to make but also yield a generous 24 servings, ensuring there's plenty to share—or to keep all to yourself! The addition of chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch, balancing the sweetness of the caramel and chocolate. With a preparation time of just over two hours, including cooling, you’ll find that the wait is well worth it when you take that first bite.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, these Dark Chocolate Caramel Brownies are sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter melted
  • 14 oz individually wrapped caramels 
  • 0.7 cup evaporated milk 
  • box chocolate cake mix dark
  • cup pecans chopped
  • oz semi chocolate chips 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Grease 13x9-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, stir together cake mix, butter, 1/3 cup of the milk and the pecans until well blended. Press half of dough in bottom of pan.
  3. Bake 6 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat caramels and remaining 1/3 cup milk over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over partially baked crust. Spoon caramel mixture over chocolate chips.
  6. Sprinkle remaining dough over caramel mixture.
  7. Bake 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted 1 inch from side of pan comes out almost clean (brownies will not be completely set). Cool on cooling rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate 1 hour.
  8. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories273kcal
Protein4.52%
Fat51.86%
Carbs43.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.13
Glycemic Load
8.3
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.1047826430396%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.49mg
Delphinidin
0.33mg
Catechin
0.33mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:273.09kcal
13.65%
Fat:16.37g
25.19%
Saturated Fat:4.35g
27.16%
Carbohydrates:30.99g
10.33%
Net Carbohydrates:29.55g
10.75%
Sugar:21.21g
23.57%
Cholesterol:3.61mg
1.2%
Sodium:264.04mg
11.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:8.08mg
2.69%
Protein:3.21g
6.43%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.03%
Phosphorus:114.3mg
11.43%
Copper:0.22mg
10.95%
Iron:1.41mg
7.83%
Magnesium:31.13mg
7.78%
Calcium:77.79mg
7.78%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.19%
Fiber:1.43g
5.74%
Vitamin A:284.05IU
5.68%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.59%
Potassium:177.79mg
5.08%
Selenium:3.46µg
4.94%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.43%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.08%
Folate:13.45µg
3.36%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.38%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.2%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.62%
Vitamin K:1.69µg
1.61%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.34%