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Better than a Boyfriend Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 20 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Better than a Boyfriend Brownies are rich, fudgy, and loaded with chocolate chunks. Made with a blend of regular and cake flour for the perfect texture, these brownies are sweetened with a combination of sugar and brown sugar, creating a deep, caramel-like flavor. Optional Dulce de Leche swirled in and on top adds an indulgent twist, making these brownies a decadent treat perfect for any chocolate lover.


Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 1 cup Butter (softened)
  • 2 cups Sugar
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 4 Eggs
  • 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cake Flour
  • 1 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks or Chips

Optional Topping

  • 8-ounce jar Dulce de Leche


Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature while you prepare the batter.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step incorporates air to give your brownies a nice texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure even incorporation. Then, stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually stir these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Add Chocolate Chunks: Fold in the chocolate chunks or chips evenly throughout the batter to distribute the chocolatey goodness.
  6. Prepare Baking Pan: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and spread it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
  7. Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 28-36 minutes. Use a toothpick inserted into the center to check doneness; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  8. Optional Dulce de Leche Swirl and Topping: Carefully heat the jar of Dulce de Leche in the microwave until slightly warmed and pourable. Swirl about 4 ounces into the batter before baking if desired. After baking, spread the remaining Dulce de Leche on top of the brownies for extra richness.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep brownies tender.
  • Check brownies at 28 minutes to avoid overbaking, as oven temperatures vary.
  • Dulce de Leche is optional but adds a luscious caramel flavor complementary to the chocolate.
  • Cool brownies completely before slicing for clean cuts.