Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

Cooking spray

for greasing

2 stick

Unsalted butter

melted

8 ounce

Semisweet chocolate

chopped

2 ounce

Unsweetened chocolate

chopped

0.75 cup

Dark brown sugar

packed

0.75 cup

Granulated sugar

4 unit

Eggs

large

2 tsp

Vanilla extract

pure

0.25 tsp

Almond extract

pure

2 cup

All-purpose flour

0.5 tsp

Ground cinnamon

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.75 cup

Heavy cream

cold

1 pinch

Cayenne pepper

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line an 8-inch-square baking dish with foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on 2 sides and coat with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~5 min

Melt butter, semisweet chocolate, and unsweetened chocolate in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until smooth.

Step 3
~5 min

Remove from heat and whisk in brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined.

Step 4
~5 min

Whisk in the eggs, vanilla and almond extract.

Step 5
~5 min

Add the flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt; stir until the batter resembles hot fudge.

Step 6
~5 min

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~5 min

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Step 8
~5 min

Transfer to a rack and let cool completely in the pan.

Step 9
~5 min

Beat heavy cream, cayenne, and a pinch of cinnamon in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Lift the brownies out of the pan using the foil and cut into pieces.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve topped with dulce de leche ice cream, spiced whipped cream, shaved chocolate, almonds, and/or dulce de leche.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.

Don't overbake the brownies to keep them fudgy.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Brownies can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla or dulce de leche ice cream.

Drizzle with chocolate sauce or caramel.

Top with toasted nuts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (inspired by Mexican flavors)

Cultural Significance

Fusion of American and Mexican culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Birthday
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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