How do I add a twist to classic brownies?

Take your brownie game to the next level! Discover creative and delicious ways to elevate traditional brownies. From toppings to mix-ins, let's sprinkle some magic onto your dessert table!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I add a twist to classic brownies. Items include: dark chocolate unsalted butter granulated sugar eggs vanilla extract all-purpose flour cocoa powder salt twist ingredient

dark chocolate 200g
unsalted butter 150g
granulated sugar 200g
eggs 3 large
vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
all-purpose flour 100g
cocoa powder 50g
salt 1/2 teaspoon
twist ingredient 1 cup

Take note
Be cautious while handling hot ingredients and when using sharp utensils.

1

Gather the Ingredients

Start by gathering all the necessary ingredients: 200g dark chocolate, 150g unsalted butter, 200g granulated sugar, 3 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 100g all-purpose flour, 50g cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup of your favorite twist ingredient (e.g., chopped nuts, dried fruit, or caramel bits).

2

Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly with butter. This will make it easier to remove the brownies once they're baked.

3

Melt the Chocolate and Butter

In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together. You can do this by placing the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Stir occasionally until melted and smooth.

4

Mix the Batter

In a separate large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually pour in the melted chocolate and butter mixture, stirring constantly. Then, sift in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix.

5

Add the Twist

Now it's time to add your chosen twist ingredient! Fold in 1 cup of chopped nuts, dried fruit, or caramel bits into the brownie batter. This will give your brownies an extra element of flavor and texture.

6

Bake to Perfection

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Remember, slightly underbaking the brownies will result in a fudgier texture.

7

Cool and Serve

Once the brownies are done baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. This will help them set properly. Once cooled, gently lift out the brownies using the parchment paper or a spatula. Cut them into squares or rectangles of your preferred size, and serve!