Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Millionaire Brownies, a treat that artfully layers a buttery shortbread crust, luscious caramel, and silky chocolate ganache. These decadent brownies are perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. With their rich flavors and unique textures, they promise to impress guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these brownies can also be customized with your favorite nuts or toppings for an extra personal touch. Get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk (200g)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into chunks (56g)
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (50g)
- 2 Tbsp light corn syrup (30g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (4g)
- 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (113g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30g)
- 1/4 tsp fine salt (1g)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300g)
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g)
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (65g)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (65g)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, chopped (90g)
- 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature (112g)
- 1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil (55g)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (55g)
- 2 Tbsp water (30g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (4g)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature (120g)
- 2/3 cup dark chocolate chips (60-65% cocoa) (120g)
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature (30g)
- 1 Tbsp light corn syrup – optional (20g)
- 1/4 tsp fine salt (2g)
- Flakey sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, butter chunks, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until combined. Spread in the pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden; let cool.
- In another bowl, cream together room temperature butter and granulated sugar. Add eggs one at a time and mix in oil and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour brownie batter over cooled crust and bake for 25 minutes until set but moist inside.
- Prepare ganache by melting heavy cream with dark chocolate chips over low heat; pour over brownies once cooled.
- Allow ganache to set before cutting into squares; sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg