Indulge in the rich, gooey goodness of turtle brownies, now in a gluten-free version that doesn't skimp on the decadent moistness brownie lovers crave.
Ingredients:
1 cup gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
1/2 tsp espresso powder
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
14 tbsp (200 grams) butter
1 cup milk chocolate chips (plus 1/2 cup for mixing in)
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
3 whole eggs, room temperature
1 egg yolk, room temperature
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup chocolate, roughly crushed
1/4 cup caramel-filled chocolate candies
Extra pecans and salted caramel sauce for topping
Instructions:
Start by melting 1 cup of chocolate chips with the butter. Use a microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each until smooth. Set aside to cool.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, extra yolk, both sugars, salt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Sift in the cocoa powder and espresso powder, mixing until just combined.
Gently stir in the gluten-free flour until the batter is smooth and there are no dry spots.
Gradually fold in the cooled, melted chocolate mixture until just incorporated.
Stir in the 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and the crushed chocolate, mixing with a spatula until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with the spatula.
Sprinkle the top with additional pecans and the caramel-filled chocolates.
Bake for 38-45 minutes, or until the edges set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
Let the brownies cool in the pan for about 90 minutes to set completely.
Drizzle with salted caramel sauce before serving for that classic turtle flavor.
These turtle brownies are the perfect blend of chocolate and caramel with a hint of espresso to deepen the flavor. They're moist, dense, and sure to be a hit whether served as a dessert or a special treat with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy the celebration of textures and flavors in every bite!
