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Decadent Nutella Brownies Recipe

Decadent Nutella Brownies Recipe
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These Decadent Nutella Brownies are rich, fudgy, and bursting with hazelnut-chocolate flavor. Featuring a luscious blend of Nutella and a hint of sea salt on top, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory that’s sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup Nutella (do not substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (no gluten-free substitutes)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Topping

  • 2 teaspoons flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together vigorously for about one minute until the mixture becomes pale and slightly fluffy.
  3. Add Nutella and Vanilla: Stir in three-quarters of the Nutella along with the vanilla extract into the egg-sugar mixture. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  4. Incorporate Butter: Add the cooled melted butter slowly to the Nutella mixture, stirring continuously until fully incorporated and creamy.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution.
  6. Fold Dry Ingredients into Wet Mixture: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the Nutella mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
  7. Prepare Batter in Pan: Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared 8×8 pan. Drizzle the remaining quarter cup of Nutella on top and use a knife to swirl it gently for a marbled effect.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  9. Add Sea Salt Topping: Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle the flaky sea salt evenly over the top to enhance the flavor contrast.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares. This helps them set and makes for cleaner cuts.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and batter consistency.
  • Do not substitute Nutella with other hazelnut spreads, as it affects flavor and texture.
  • The flaky sea salt on top is optional but highly recommended to elevate taste.
  • For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake and allow them to finish setting as they cool.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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