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Turtle Earthquake Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 servings 1x

Description

Turtle Earthquake Brownies are a decadent dessert combining rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a gooey topping of melted chocolate chips, caramel sauce, and crunchy pecans. This layered treat offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for chocolate lovers looking for an indulgent homemade brownie recipe.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Turtle Topping

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to ensure the brownies don’t stick.
  2. Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Stir until well incorporated for a smooth base.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt to ensure even distribution.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the brownie batter into the greased baking pan and spread it evenly to prepare for baking.
  7. Bake Brownies: Bake the batter for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating doneness.
  8. Add Toppings: Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips, drizzle the caramel sauce over, and distribute the chopped pecans evenly on top.
  9. Final Bake to Melt Toppings: Return the pan to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the chocolate chips, caramel, and pecans to melt and meld with the brownie surface.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares. This helps the layers set for perfect slices and serving.

Notes

  • For easier cutting, refrigerate the brownies after cooling completely.
  • Use high-quality caramel sauce and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
  • Chopped pecans can be toasted beforehand to enhance their nuttiness.
  • To make the brownies extra fudgy, slightly reduce the baking time.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: brownies, turtle brownies, chocolate brownies, caramel brownies, pecan brownies, dessert recipe, chocolate dessert, homemade brownies

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