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Caramel Brownies

Feb 19, 2025 · 12 Comments

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Caramel Brownies are fudgy, rich chocolate brownies swirled with luscious, sweet caramel. The perfect combination of gooey and chewy, they’re an indulgent treat that everyone will love!

A close up of a stack of caramel brownies with caramel drizzled on top dripping down.

Caramel Brownies

Caramel brownies with their rich, fudgy texture and luscious caramel swirls are indulgent treats that are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Caramel brownies are a step up from classic chocolate brownies, adding a gooey, buttery caramel layer that enhances the overall richness. They combine the best of both worlds: deep chocolate flavor with a hint of salty-sweet caramel. Plus, they are incredibly easy to make at home!

Can I Make My Own Caramel Sauce?

Sure. You will want to make it close to soft-ball stage so that it will set in the brownie and not just absorb into the batter.

A caramel brownie sitting on a cutting board with caramel drizzled on top and around with more brownies behind.

Variations, Toppings, and Add-Ins

Take your caramel brownies to the next level with these delicious add-ins and toppings:

  • Nuts: Chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds add a satisfying crunch.
  • Extra Chocolate: Swirl in white, milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips or chunks right into the brownie batter for a sweeter contrast (My favorite trick for making brownies even more chocolatey and decadent!)
  • Sea Salt: A sprinkle of flaky sea salt after baking enhances the caramel’s sweetness.
  • Toffee Bits: Adds a crunchy, caramelized sweetness.
  • Coconut Flakes: A tropical touch that pairs well with caramel.
  • Candies: Such as Reese's pieces or M&M's can be swirled into the batter or sprinkled on top for serving.
  • Whipped Cream: Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
  • Ice Cream: Vanilla, chocolate, or salted caramel ice cream pairs perfectly with warm brownies.
  • Caramel or Hot Fudge Sauce: Preferably both over a warm brownie topped with ice cream for the ultimate, gooey, rich caramel brownie experience.

More Decadent Bar Recipes You'll Love

  • Caramelitas - Rich, indulgent dessert bars made with layers of buttery oatmeal crumble, gooey caramel, and melty chocolate chips.
  • Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies - Fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with creamy peanut butter for the perfect sweet and salty balance in every bite.
  • Butterscotch Blondies - Chewy, buttery bars packed with rich caramel-like butterscotch flavor, offering a sweet, soft, and irresistibly gooey treat.
  • Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars - Soft, buttery cookie bars topped with sweet, creamy frosting, combining classic sugar cookie flavor in an easy, chewy treat.
  • Scotcheroos - Chewy, no-bake bars made with crispy rice cereal, peanut butter, and a rich chocolate-butterscotch topping, offering a perfect sweet crunch.

Caramel Brownies Video

A close up of a stack of caramel brownies with a bite missing from the top one with caramel drizzled on top dripping down.

Caramel Brownies

This Fudgy Caramel Brownies recipe has rich caramel swirled with a chocolate fudgy brownie. A seriously to-die-for indulgent dessert.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Caramel Brownies
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Calories: 605kcal
Author: Michelle
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Ingredients

  • 2¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups unsalted butter melted
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips

Caramel Filling

  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 package (11 ounces) caramel squares unwrapped
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 9"x13" inch baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside
  • In a large mixing bowl combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir well.
  • Then whisk in melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, until just combined.
  • Fold in chocolate chips. Set aside.
  • Prepare the caramel filling: In a small sauce pot combine the sweetened condensed milk, unwrapped caramels, and salt.
  • Place over medium heat and stir continuously until the caramels have melted and combined into the condensed milk mixture. Remove from heat.
  • Spread half the prepared brownie batter in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the caramel over the batter and level out evenly. Then spread the remaining brownie batter over the top of the caramel.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a tooth pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely before trying to cut. Once cool, lift the entire sheet of brownies out of the pan by the edges of the parchment paper. Cut into 24-30 pieces.

Notes

  • Storage: Cover and store brownies at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Freezing Instructions: Brownies freeze well up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator then bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 605kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 374mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 62g | Vitamin A: 706IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 3mg
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UPDATE INFO: This recipe was originally published in April 2015. It was updated with new pictures, tips, and video and republished in February 2025.

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  1. Bobi says

    April 19, 2015 at 8:17 am

    My husband would love these!

    Reply
  2. karen says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:32 am

    Why did I read this at work????? I am so hungry now and didn't bring any chocolate with me....So going to try making these

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 21, 2015 at 9:42 am

      That's no fun 🙁 I hope you get to make these soon so you can get your chocolate fix!!

      Reply
  3. Beth says

    April 21, 2015 at 2:54 pm

    I think I could eat the whole pan! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  4. Bonnie Lyn Smith says

    April 22, 2015 at 8:50 am

    Pinning this! Yummy! Thank you so much! I always need new ideas for feeding my junior high school Sunday School peeps! Blessings from "Espressos of Faith"!

    Reply
  5. J @ A Hot Southern Mess says

    April 23, 2015 at 9:35 am

    Okay, so these look way too good right now! I am almost drooling over my computer screen! Anything with caramel is my best friend! I am pinning this recipe and going to attempt it very soon! Thanks for sharing!

    I would also like to invite you to join a new link up that I am co-hosting over on my blog. Your post would be a wonderful addition to the link up! Feel free to join in on the fun!

    Reply
  6. Gail Akeman says

    April 23, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    yum yum. I need to make these

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  7. Anna @ Sunny Side ups says

    April 25, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Mmmm..my mouth is watering!! 🙂 In love with that gooey caramel center..Just delicious! Pinned!

    Reply
  8. Jennifer Dawn says

    April 28, 2015 at 11:33 pm

    These look amazing! I love anything with caramel! Just wanted to let you know that these are being featured at this week's link party!
    http://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2015/04/a-little-bird-told-me-link-party-138.html

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  9. Must Love Home says

    April 30, 2015 at 8:19 am

    Hi there Friend, you are so creative! Thank you for joining in at the Friday Favorites Link Party! I hope to see you there this week:) Christine -Must Love Home

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  10. Carol says

    April 30, 2015 at 6:07 pm

    Oh my word these look mahvelous!!! Featuring when my party opens tonight!

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  11. Lerena Barbe says

    February 16, 2017 at 10:21 pm

    hello, I just found your site Wow I can't wait to try the Boston creme cupcakes and the caramel brownies!!
    I have my book club meeting next week....I am going to make the two recipes and take them! It will be a hit!

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