Snickers Brownies

Snickers Brownies

Snickers is one of my absolute favourite chocolate bars because I love the chewy, peanut and caramel flavours. In my opinion, it’s the best chocolate bars to add to cookies, brownies or cheesecakes as it has such a versatile flavour profile. I made these brownies for my family and it was the best reaction I’ve ever received to a batch of my homemade brownies. I layered brownie batter, caramel sauce, snickers bar pieces, brownies batter, chocolate and more snickers bar pieces. I know that sounds like a lot but trust me, each component makes the brownies taste extra delicious. I made my own caramel sauce for the first time and it actually tasted great (although it was harder than I thought it was going to be!).

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Why you’ll love Snickers Brownies

1. Layers of Flavour:Snickers brownies has so many different flavours! You have the rich, fudgy brownie layer, the creamy caramel and nutty crunch of peanuts.
2. Caramel and Chocolate goodness: The combination of gooey caramel and velvety chocolate is amazing.
3. Crunchy Peanuts for Texture: Snickers doesn’t hold back on the peanuts, and neither do Snickers brownies. You can add peanuts to provide a crunchy and chewy texture.
4. Sweet and Salty: Snickers brownies are perfect if you’re craving something sweet and salty. Snickers brownies are the ultimate sweet and salty treat. The saltiness from the peanuts cuts through the sweetness of the caramel and chocolate, creating a well-balanced and delicious flavour profile.
5. Nostalgic Comfort Food: Snickers has been a classic chocolate bar for decades, and incorporating it into brownies adds a nostalgic touch.

How to make Snickers Brownies

1. Start by Pre-heating your oven at 170°C and melt the butter and chocolate together in the microwave or sauce pan, then set aside.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs. Once light and fluffy, add in the melted butter and chocolate and whisk until combined.
3. Mix in the salt and salted caramel extract (you can use vanilla extract if you don’t have any salted caramel, it will still taste delicious!).
4. Sift in the cocoa powder and plain flour and fold until combined.
5. In a lined 8inch square baking pan, pour in half of the brownie batter mixture, then drizzle on some salted caramel sauce.
6. Place on four sliced Snickers bars and then pour on the remaining brownie batter.
7. Place into the oven at 170°C and bake 30 mins. You’re house will smell amazing at this point!
8. Once the brownie has baked and cooled , pour on 100g melted chocolate and place on four sliced Snickers bars.
9. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour but overnight is preferable as it will much easier to slice your brownie into squares once chilled.

Ingredients you’ll need

• Butter – The best option is unsalted butter at room temperature as it will blend together well with the rest of the ingredients. If your butter is hard, then put in the microwave for around 20 seconds. Just until it gets soft, you don’t want it to be runny.
• Sugar –Granulated or caster sugar will work. I just use whatever I have at home so there’s no need to buy caster sugar specially.
• Eggs – Room temperature eggs work best for baking brownies.
• Chocolate – I used melted milk chocolate for the batter but you can use with dark chocolate instead for a richer and more decadent flavour. I personally thinkg milk chocolate tastes nicer.
• Vanilla Extract – Don’t skip the vanilla extract. It’s such a simple way of making your brownies so much more delicious and professional tasting!
• Salt – Adding some salt to brownies will balance all the sugar that’s been added, so don’t skip this.
• Plain Flour – Plain Flour/ All-purpose flour is the best choice for brownies.
• Cocoa Powder – Adding both cocoa powder and melted milk chocolate gives the brownies a rich and chocolatey taste.
• Snickers – You’ll need chocolate bars for the centre of the brownies and a few to go on top.
• Milk Chocolate – Use your favourite milk chocolate for the topping of the brownies (it’ll make the world of difference to the flavour!).

Top tips for the perfect Snickers Brownies

1. Brownie Base Perfection: The brownie layer should be fudgy and rich, providing a solid foundation for the Snickers goodness. I have a favourite brownie recipe which I will use often because I know it’s going to be delicious.
2. Layering Technique: There are many layers in this snickers brownies recipe. I started with the brownie batter, snickers, caramel, brownies batter.
3. Chop Snickers Bars Thoughtfully: When chopping the Snickers bars, I decided to cut them into thin strips so that they would cover the surface of the brownie. I wanted to get a piece of Snickers in every bite.
4. Caramel Swirl: Add a caramel swirl in the brownie batter before baking. This will add extra caramel flavour to the brownies and give them a more fudgy texture.

More tips

1. Cool Before Cutting: Let the brownies completely  cool in the pan before cutting. This helps them set, making it easier to achieve clean, neat slices.
2. Refrigerate for Easy Cutting: For clean and easy cutting, refrigerate the brownies overnight or for an hour at least before slicing. This is especially helpful if your brownies have a gooey caramel layer.
3. Experiment with Toppings: If you’re feeling extra adventurous, consider adding additional toppings like a chocolate ganache drizzle, a sprinkle of sea salt, or a dusting of powdered sugar. These extras can take your Snickers brownies to the next level.
4. Let the Flavours Meld: Allow the brownies to sit for a few hours or overnight before serving. This allows the flavours to blend and intensify.

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Conclusion

Snickers are a fantastic chocolate bar and full of flavour. By incorporating them into brownies you will have fudgy, crunchy and caramel-y treats. These Snickers brownies were an absolute hit when I made them for my family, so the next time you want a dessert to impress, consider making these delicious and decadent brownies.