Gluten Free Caramel Slice Brownies

Roll up your sleeves and get a little sticky with the crunchy, chewy, decadent bite of Gluten Free Caramel Slice Brownies. These fully loaded brownies combine chunks of chocolate with buttery pecans, caramel-filled mini cups, and an overload of chocolate. These will instantly win the hearts of every chocolate lover in your life!

Chocolate is always the right answer, regardless of the question. From White Chocolate Dream Cake to these over-the-top brownies, there’s a reason so many people adore it. These brownies are exceptional. Stuffed to the brim with texture and rich flavors, they’re that perfect balance of sweet and a little salty.

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• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Equipment
• Storage
• Top Tips for Gluten Free Caramel Slice Brownies
• FAQ
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy Process - Brownies are among the easiest homemade baked goods to create, and these salted caramel pecan brownies couldn’t be more simple. This is a fun recipe to get the kids into the kitchen and have them help. Don’t forget to lick the spoon!
• Familiar Flavors - If you love the combination of caramel and pecans of turtles, you’ll love these turtle brownies. 
• Texture - If you are a team chewy and moist brownie, these are going to be the brownies of your dreams. No one will believe they’re gluten-free when they take a bite.

Ingredients

• Gluten-Free Flour - Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free 1 to 1 Baking Flour is my go-to. It makes it easy to measure without having to add any additional starches or flours.
• Espresso Powder - In addition to adding depth of flavor this also makes the chocolate taste even more chocolatey. 
• Cocoa Powder 
• Butter
• Milk Chocolate Chips - In addition to adding texture to the brownies, some of the chocolate chips are melted and stirred into the batter making these brownies extra rich and decadent. 
• Vanilla Extract - Use the highest quality vanilla for the most pronounced flavor. The higher the quality of the vanilla, the more pronounced the sweet and slightly floral flavor. It gives depth to the cake.
• Sugar - You’ll need both white sugar and brown sugar for this recipe. In addition to giving a more layered flavor profile, the molasses in the brown sugar add moisture and helps give these brownies their texture. 
• Eggs
• Egg Yolk - Adds additional luxurious flavor to these brownies. 
• Vegetable Oil - This gives the brownies their texture and moisture while keeping a neutral flavor that doesn’t compete with any of the ingredients. 
• Salt
• Crushed Chocolate - Can there ever be enough chocolate? This gives another layer of chocolate flavor as well as texture. 
• OliveNation Caramel Filled Mini Cups - These mini caramel white chocolate cups are filled with a caramel making them a one two punch of chocolate’s best friend. 
• Pecans - These add crunch to every bite. In fact they’re not just in the batter but also finish off the top of these turtle brownies. 
• Salted Caramel Sauce - Just like you can’t have enough chocolate, don’t forget the drizzle or downpour of salted caramel sauce at the end!

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Line a 9x9 baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
• To begin the batter, add one cup of chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl. Using 30-second increments, microwave the chips until just melted, stirring after each interval. Then set aside to cool.
• Next, add the eggs, yolk, sugars, oil, vanilla, and salt to a mixing bowl and mix until well combined.
• After that add the cocoa powder and espresso and mix to combine.
• Next, add the flour and mix until combined.
• Finally, pour in the melted chocolate chips and mix until just combined
• Turn off the mixer and use a spatula to fold in the pecans, crushed chocolate, and remaining chocolate chips.
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Use the spatula to spread out the thick batter. Sprinkle additional pecans and crushed chocolate over the top.
• Allow the brownies to bake for 38-45 minutes. The edges will slightly harden and a toothpick will mostly come out clean.
• Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 90 minutes.
• Finally, use the parchment paper to help pull the brownies out of the pan. Slice, and top with salted caramel sauce.

Equipment

• 9x9 baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Mixer/mixing bowl
• Microwave safe bowl
• Measuring cups/spoons
• Rubber spatula

Storage

• Brownies are the ultimate make-ahead dessert. They can be kept at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
• Brownies will last longer when refrigerated. Keep them in an airtight container and they’ll last up to a week.
• In addition, you can also freeze brownies. Wrap each individual brownie in plastic wrap and then transfer them to freezer-safe bags. They will last up to twelve months. To defrost them, place them on a plate and allow them to defrost in the refrigerator.
• Don’t top the brownies with the salted caramel sauce for the best results until you’re ready to serve. 

Top Tips for Gluten Free Caramel Slice Brownies

• Make sure that all of your ingredients including the eggs and egg yolk are at room temperature. This will allow everything to come together easily and lump-free without over-mixing.
• Allow the melted chocolate chips to cool slightly before adding it to the batter. This will prevent it from scrambling the eggs.
• Keep an eye on the chocolate chips when melting them in the microwave. You don’t want to burn the chocolate.
• Lining your baking dish with parchment paper makes it easy to remove the entire brownie from the pan.

FAQ

Can turtle brownies be made nut-free?

Absolutely! While they won’t be true turtles, you can omit the nuts in this recipe if there is a tree nut allergy and make delicious nut-free brownies.

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