Praline Cheesecake Brownies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These praline cheesecake brownies are my go to dessert when I want something impressive but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just an hour, and honestly, the ingredient list is probably shorter than you'd expect for something this decadent. I love that cocoa powder is packed with antioxidants, so there's at least a little nutritional silver lining to this indulgence. What really gets me excited about this recipe is how the praline sauce swirls into the rich chocolate base, creating these gorgeous ribbons of sweet, nutty flavor in every bite. It's the kind of dessert that makes you look like a baking wizard without requiring any special skills.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 250 gunsalted butter
- 4 nulllarge eggs
- 150 mlmilk
- 100 gpraline sauce
- 50 gcocoa powder
- 10 gsalt
- 2 mlvanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18cm baking tin with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a silicone mat for easy removal.
- 2
Melt the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Be patient, as this process takes time.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
Tip: Avoid lumps by whisking until smooth.
- 4
Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Don't worry about imperfections; they'll add character to your brownies.
- 5
Bake for 25 minutes, then reduce the heat to 150°C (300°F) and continue baking for another 15 minutes.
Tip: A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- 6
While the brownies are baking, prepare the praline cheesecake layer. Beat the eggs and milk in a bowl until well combined.
Tip: Use room temperature eggs for a lighter texture.
- 7
Add the praline sauce, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the bowl and mix until smooth.
Tip: Don't overmix; this layer should be creamy and chunky.
- 8
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to cut the brownies into squares.
- 9
Once the brownies have cooled, spread the praline cheesecake layer evenly over the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the layer to your desired thickness.
- 10
Cut the brownies into squares and serve.
Tip: Enjoy your gooey, praline-topped brownies!
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