Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce is a decadent brownie full of espresso with a swirl of peanut butter caramel sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt over top.

Sometimes you just need something fudgy, chocolaty and extra sweet. Bonus, when peanut butter is involved also! These brownies are such a sweet treat and great to bring to work to share with coworkers or to have out on a dessert spread during gatherings.

You may also enjoy this recipe for a Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake!

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce is what makes this brownie recipe special. It is thick and creamy with the perfect amount of peanut butter flavor that really amps up the espresso brownies! You get that, “WHOA” response with the first bite because it is unexpected but so incredibly delicious.

Tips & Tricks

Make sure to cook the caramel sauce on a low heat and bring to a low simmer while whisking and mixing thoroughly. This doesn’t take long. Once the sauce is simmering, it thickens very quickly and will continue to thicken as it cools.

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce are fudgy… gooey… chocolaty… with a hint of coffee and the peanut butter caramel swirl just takes these brownies over-the-top good. A sprinkle of sea salt over top helps balance the sweetness and pairs well with the peanut butter. The brownies themselves are easily made with all the ingredients just being stirred in ONE bowl. I don’t like complicated recipes and I love this recipe because although simple, it is still special and original.

Tips & Tricks

Cook Time

I cook my brownies for 25 minutes. At this point, the brownies are cooked just right to be pretty gooey still while still being thoroughly cooked through. An inserted toothpick should come out clean when removed besides a little caramel sauce that may stick to it. Yes, you can cook these a little longer if you like crisper edges.

Just look at that delicious swirl below!

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce Author: Amber

Amber Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Yield: 12 servings 1 x Print Recipe Pin Recipe Description Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce is a decadent brownie full of espresso with a swirl of peanut butter caramel sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt over top. Scale 1x 2x 3x Ingredients Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup brown sugar

brown sugar 1/2 cup heavy cream

heavy cream 2 Tablespoons corn syrup Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce 3 eggs

eggs 1 cup all purpose flour

all purpose flour 1/4 cup cocoa powder

cocoa powder 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

granulated sugar 5 teaspoons instant espresso powder

instant espresso powder 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted )

unsalted butter (melted ) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon salt

salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

baking powder sea salt (garnish )

non-stick spray Instructions Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce On the stove top, put a medium sized pan on medium heat to start the peanut butter caramel sauce. Add 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of corn syrup. Whisk well until it slightly bubbles and will is at a nice, thick and creamy consistency. When completed blended, the sauce is complete. Remove from heat and set to the side. Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, add 1 stick melted butter. Add cocoa powder, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 5 teaspoons, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 3 eggs and mix well. Add in the 1 cup flour and mix until thoroughly mixed. Mixing with just a spatula works fine for this. Lightly spray your 8 by 11 baking dish and add brownie mix. Place dollops of peanut caramel sauce over brownie mix. I use about 2/3 of the sauce. Use a knife to makes swirls with the peanut butter caramel sauce. Cook for 25 minutes for gooey brownies. You can cook slightly longer if you enjoy crispy brownies. Put on a cooling rack for 30 minutes. Drizzle with more peanut butter caramel sauce and sprinkle with some sea salt. The, cut into 12 servings and serve. Notes Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce adapted from Midnight Baker. Category: Dessert

Are you a center or edge brownie eater? I love the very center where it is super gooey, what about you? Let me know in the comments below.

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