Name: Decadent Turtle Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted); 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Description

Decadent Turtle Brownies are the ultimate indulgence for dessert lovers, merging rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans in every bite. This easy-to-follow recipe elevates classic brownies into a luxurious treat that is perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy nights at home. With a fudgy brownie base topped with a warm caramel drizzle and sprinkled with toasted pecans, these brownies promise an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or simply treating yourself, these turtle brownies will surely impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, and salt.
In another bowl, mix melted butter with eggs until well combined.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Stir in half of the chocolate chips and pecans, then pour into the prepared pan.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Drizzle with caramel sauce and top with remaining chocolate chips and pecans before serving.

Notes

– For richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.

– To make it gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.

– Enhance the flavor by adding espresso powder or peppermint extract.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: - For richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.- To make it gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.- Enhance the flavor by adding espresso powder or peppermint extract.