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Whiskey Caramel Brownie Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Sea Salt Drizzle Dessert

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A rich and fudgy brownie cake infused with whiskey and topped with a silky homemade caramel sauce drizzled with flaky sea salt. This indulgent dessert combines simplicity with a grown-up twist, perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel sauce)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces (for caramel sauce)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed (for caramel sauce)
  • 3 tablespoons whiskey (bourbon like Maker’s Mark preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt (for caramel sauce and topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and 2 cups sugar. Whisk vigorously until glossy and well combined, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick near the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. While the brownies bake, prepare the caramel sauce: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup sugar, stirring gently but constantly until smooth and amber-colored.
  7. Carefully add 6 tablespoons butter pieces to the melted sugar, stirring until fully incorporated.
  8. Slowly pour in the warmed 1/2 cup heavy cream while stirring. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons whiskey and 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  10. Once brownies have cooled slightly but are still warm, drizzle the whiskey caramel generously over the top. Spread evenly if desired.
  11. Sprinkle additional flaky sea salt over the caramel drizzle.
  12. Let the cake cool completely before slicing to allow the caramel to set and flavors to meld.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed pan for caramel to prevent burning. Warm the cream before adding to caramel to avoid seizing. Drizzle caramel over warm but not hot brownies for best spread and set. Let cake cool completely before slicing to avoid sticky mess. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour; for dairy-free, use coconut oil and coconut milk. Adjust whiskey amount to taste.

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