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Chocolate caramel brownies with a gooey caramel center and chocolate topping.
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Chocolate Caramel Brownies

These chocolate caramel brownies are rich, gooey, and packed with layers of chocolate and buttery caramel. The brownie base is made with cake mix for an easy shortcut that still delivers amazing flavor. Every bite has melted chocolate chips and soft caramel for an irresistible dessert.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake mix brownies, caramel brownies, chocolate caramel brownies, chocolate chip brownies, gooey brownies
Cooking Method: Oven
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 15
Calories: 456kcal
Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 14 oz caramels unwrapped
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk for caramel sauce
  • 1 package German chocolate cake mix 18.25 oz
  • 1/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/4 cup pecans chopped
  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place the caramels and 1/2 cup evaporated milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, stirring occasionally, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, 1/3 cup evaporated milk, melted butter, and chopped pecans. Stir until a thick batter forms.
  • Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 8 minutes.
  • While the first layer bakes, place the remaining batter in the refrigerator to chill.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the baked layer, then drizzle the melted caramel sauce on top.
  • Scoop small spoonfuls of the chilled batter, flatten slightly, and place them over the caramel layer until most of the surface is covered.
  • Bake for 20 more minutes, then remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting and serving.

Notes

  • Let the brownies cool before slicing so the caramel layer can set properly.
  • For cleaner cuts, use a sharp knife and wipe it between slices.

Nutrition

Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 1mg