Imagine sinking your fork into a warm, gooey brownie that combines rich chocolate, buttery caramel, and crunchy pecans - all baked right in a sizzling cast-iron skillet! These Easy Skillet Turtle Brownies are not just a dessert; they're a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds. With a perfect balance of indulgent flavors and a rustic, homemade charm, this recipe transforms an ordinary brownie into an extraordinary culinary adventure that's sure to become your new favorite chocolate obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure a 10-inch cast-iron skillet is available for baking.
- Melt the unsalted butter in the skillet over medium-low heat, being careful not to burn. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Add the melted butter to the sugar mixture, stirring continuously to prevent scrambling the eggs.
- Sift cocoa powder and all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients, gently folding until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in half of the chocolate chips into the batter, reserving the rest for topping.
- Pour the brownie batter evenly into the same skillet used for melting butter.
- Drizzle caramel sauce across the top of the batter in a zigzag pattern.
- Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips and chopped pecans over the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove skillet from oven and let brownies cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or additional caramel drizzle.
Tips
- Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet for the best flavor and even heat distribution.
- Don't overmix the batter - this keeps the brownies tender and fudgy.
- For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Let the brownies cool slightly before serving to allow the caramel to set.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
- Store any leftovers (if there are any!) in the skillet, covered with foil, at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a more intense caramel flavor, use homemade caramel sauce instead of store-bought.
- Toast the pecans briefly before adding them to enhance their nutty flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 75mg
