Best Caramel Brownies (No Cake Or Brownie Mix!!)

Name: Best Caramel Brownies (No Cake Or Brownie Mix!!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 ounces Kraft caramels, unwrapped; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup butter, melted; 2 cups sugar; 4 eggs, beaten; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups semisweet chocolate chunks, divided; 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, divided; 1 teaspoon canola oil

Servings: persons

14 ounces Kraft caramels, unwrapped
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 cup butter, melted
2 cups sugar
4 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chunks, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, divided
1 teaspoon canola oil

1
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat combine caramels and milk, stirring until smooth. remove from heat.
2
Mix butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
3
Combine flour, cocoa and salt well and add to sugar/egg/butter mixture, stirring until incorporated.
4
fold in 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate chunks and 1 cup of the pecans.
5
Spread into a greased 13x9 in baking dish and pour caramel sauce on top- it should cover the top of the brownie mix, so spread with a spatula as needed.
6
Bake at 350 for 35- 40 minutes.
7
Melt remaining chocolate chunks with oil over low heat and drizzle on the warm brownies. top with remaining pecans.
8
Cool 30 minutes and refrigerate 1 1/2 hours. Keep at room temp until serving.

2112

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

225

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 ounces Kraft caramels, unwrapped, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, 1 cup butter, melted, 2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Best Caramel Brownies (No Cake Or Brownie Mix!!) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!