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Salted Caramel Pretzel Fudge Brownies

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These Salted Caramel Pretzel Fudge Brownies combine a rich, fudgy chocolate base with gooey caramel swirls and a crunchy pretzel topping for the ultimate sweet-and-salty dessert. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup (50g) mini pretzel twists or rods, roughly chopped
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
  • Extra caramel sauce, for drizzling (optional)
  • Handful of extra pretzels, for garnish
  • Nonstick cooking spray (for pan prep)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Melt the butter in the microwave or in a saucepan over low heat. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and kosher salt. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula until just combined.
  5. Spread half the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the chopped pretzels over the batter. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce in zig-zags or dollops.
  6. Gently spread the remaining brownie batter on top. Swirl the rest of the caramel over the batter using a butter knife. Scatter the remaining pretzels on top.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm. Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes. For cleaner cuts, chill in the fridge for another 30 minutes before slicing.
  9. Lift brownies out using the parchment overhang. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping between cuts for tidy squares. Drizzle extra caramel and add more pretzels on top if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free brownies, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free pretzels. Always err on the side of underbaking for fudgy brownies. Let caramel cool and thicken before swirling to prevent it from sinking. For extra clean cuts, chill brownies before slicing. Brownies taste even better the next day as flavors meld.

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