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Indulgent Turtle Earthquake Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Melanie
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulgent Turtle Earthquake Brownies are a decadent treat featuring rich semi-sweet chocolate, gooey caramel sauce, and crunchy pecans layered to create a luscious dessert perfect for chocolate lovers. Baked until moist with a tender crumb, these brownies combine the timeless flavors of chocolate, caramel, and nuts into every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel sauce

Add-Ins

  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder until evenly mixed.
  3. Mix Sugar and Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and eggs together vigorously for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes fluffy and light in color, incorporating air for a tender texture.
  4. Melt Chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth, then gradually stir the melted chocolate into the sugar and egg mixture, ensuring the ingredients are fully combined.
  5. Incorporate Flour: Slowly fold the flour and baking powder mixture into the wet ingredients gently to avoid overmixing, just until combined to maintain batter lightness.
  6. Add Pecans: Fold the chopped pecans into the batter to distribute them evenly throughout.
  7. Layer Batter: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly to the edges.
  8. Add Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce generously over the first layer of brownie batter, creating a luscious gooey middle layer.
  9. Top Layer: Carefully spoon the remaining brownie batter over the caramel without disturbing it and spread evenly.
  10. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges begin to pull away from the pan and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  11. Cool: Remove from oven and allow the brownies to cool in the pan for approximately 20 minutes to set and firm up.
  12. Serve: Cut into 12 squares and serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream for enhanced indulgence.

Notes

  • Room temperature eggs help achieve a fluffier batter and better texture.
  • You can substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans to change the nutty flavor profile slightly.
  • Store-bought caramel sauce works well, but homemade caramel adds a richer flavor.
  • Allow the brownies to cool before cutting to prevent crumbling.
  • To enhance nutrition, whole wheat flour may be used but will alter texture.

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