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Brown Butter Crinkle Top Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Brown Butter Crinkle Top Brownies offer a delightful twist on classic brownies with the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter and a glossy, crinkly top. The blend of melted mini chocolate chips and chunks creates an intensely chocolaty, fudgy texture, balanced by a hint of instant coffee for depth. Perfectly baked to achieve a tender center and a crackled surface, these brownies are an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

Brown Butter Chocolate Mixture

  • 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) salted butter
  • 1 bag (10 ounce) mini chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules

Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup semi sweet or dark chocolate chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier after baking.
  2. Make Brown Butter Chocolate Mixture: In a medium pot over medium heat, melt the butter, allowing it to brown lightly for 2-3 minutes until it emits a toasted aroma. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the mini chocolate chips until fully melted. Then mix in the vanilla extract and instant coffee granules until well combined.
  3. Mix Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs vigorously for about 1 minute until bubbly on top. Gradually add the melted brown butter chocolate mixture and powdered sugar, continuing to whisk until smooth and fully incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt, then gently stir until just combined without overmixing. Fold in the chocolate chunks evenly.
  4. Bake the Brownies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes or until the brownies are just set and develop a crinkly surface. Avoid overbaking to maintain fudgy texture.
  5. Cool and Serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before slicing. Optionally, sprinkle with flaked sea salt to enhance the flavor. Serve and enjoy your rich, decadent brownies.

Notes

  • Allow butter to brown carefully to avoid burning and achieve the best nutty flavor.
  • Room temperature eggs help create a smooth batter and better rise.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies tender.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges.
  • Flaked sea salt on top adds a nice contrast to the sweet, rich brownies.

Find it online: http://evelynscooking.com/brown-butter-crinkle-top-brownies-recipe/