Salted chocolate and hazelnut brownies are a delectable twist on the classic brownie, featuring the perfect balance of rich chocolate, crunchy hazelnuts, and a touch of sea salt for a burst of flavor. Here’s the recipe:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Ready in: 50-55 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (150g) chopped hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup (90g) semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
- Sea salt flakes, for sprinkling on top
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) square baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Stir until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and semisweet chocolate chips or chunks.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle a generous pinch of sea salt flakes over the top of the brownie batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and transfer them to a cutting board.
- Cut the brownies into squares or rectangles of your desired size.
Salted chocolate and hazelnut brownies are perfect for indulging in a sweet and salty treat. Enjoy them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra delightful experience. These brownies are sure to be a hit with chocolate lovers and will disappear quickly at any gathering or party.
