Choco-Nut Blast Brownies: The Caramelized Delight
Experience a unique twist on the classic brownie with the Choco-Nut Blast Brownies recipe. This dessert, combining the richness of caramel and the crunch of nuts, makes a satisfying choice for a special occasion or any day.
Ingredient List
This savory masterpiece is made with the following ingredients:
- Soft, unsalted butter
- Prepared brownie mix or homemade mix
- 2 1/4 cups of granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup roasted walnuts
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh whipped cream and caramel sauce for serving
Nutritional Information
Each serving of Choco-Nut Blast Brownies has approximately:
- 681 calories
- 39g of fat (from 51g of sugar)
- 74g of carbohydrates
- 3g of fiber
- 10g of protein
Preparation
To prepare the Choco-Nut Blast Brownies, follow these steps:
- Heat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Start by greasing a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with soft, unsalted butter and lining it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal later.
- Preparing a premade mix or starting with a homemade mix:
a. For a premade mix, follow the manufacturer's instructions on the box to prepare the brownie batter.
b. If you prefer making your mix from scratch, combine sugar, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and flour in a large glass bowl. In a separate bowl, mix oil, vanilla, eggs, and water, then whisk until well-combined. Combine the dry and wet ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Add chopped walnuts and set aside.
- Prepare the cream cheese layer by:
a. Beat together cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly in the greased baking dish. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter and use a spatula or the back of a spoon to gently swirl and mix the two layers.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the top layer is slightly puffed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Transfer the baking dish to a wire rack and let the Choco-Nut Blast Brownies cool completely before slicing into 12 even squares.
- Serve the individual squares with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Additional Insights
According to culinary research, this type of dessert can be traced back to the early nineteenth century, with variations in ingredients and preparation methods over time. The recipe as given in the base article can be altered by incorporating various caramel and nut types or adjusting the quantity of these additional ingredients to your preference.
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