Description
Sinful german chocolate brownies blend rich cocoa with classic german chocolate cake flavors, creating a luxurious dessert that melts in your mouth. Sweet coconut and pecan frosting elevates these brownies, promising pure chocolate bliss for chocolate enthusiasts seeking an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup all purpose flour
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and still warm
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×9 inch baking pan by lining it with foil or parchment paper, creating an overhang for easy removal. Lightly coat the liner with cooking spray.
- Create the brownie base by vigorously mixing melted butter and sugar until well incorporated. Introduce eggs, water, and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly for about 30 seconds.
- Gently fold cocoa powder, powdered sugar, flour, and salt into the wet mixture using a spatula. Ensure the batter becomes glossy and uniform, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly across the surface. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 18-20 minutes, watching for a toothpick that comes out with moist crumbs but no raw batter.
- While brownies cool, craft the decadent topping by combining evaporated milk, brown sugar, egg yolks, butter, and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Continuously whisk the topping mixture, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove the topping from heat and incorporate vanilla, pecans, and coconut. Carefully spread the mixture over the cooled brownies in an even layer.
- Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for added depth of flavor. Allow the topping to set by chilling in the refrigerator or letting it rest at room temperature.
- Slice and serve the brownies at room temperature, revealing the rich, indulgent layers of chocolate and coconut-pecan topping.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the brownie batter to keep the texture fudgy and prevent tough brownies.
- Toast pecans before adding to the topping for deeper, richer nutty flavor that enhances the overall taste profile.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for more intense chocolate experience and better depth of flavor.
- Refrigerate brownies briefly to help topping set faster and create cleaner cutting lines when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg