CHOCOLATE CARAMEL BROWNIES

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My sister (Lori) gave me this recipe in the 1970s, and I make these every chance I get. The recipe was created when most cake mixes were a 18.25-oz size box. But in the early 2000s, the food industry began cost-saving measures, including changing boxed cake mixes to 15.25-oz size. But this recipe hasn't suffered as a result of...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

18.25-oz pkg german chocolate cake mix (15oz size cake mix is ok, if it's all you can find)
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup chopped nuts (i prefer hazelnuts, but you can use walnuts, pecans or almonds)
8-oz can evaporated milk, divided (2/3 cup + 1/3 cup)
1 (10-oz) pkg caramels (wrappers removed, if individually wrapped)
6-oz pkg chocolate chips, any kind (it's about 1 to 1 1/4 cups)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly butter or spray a 9x13 baking dish.
  • 2. In a medium size bowl, mix together the cake mix, butter, nuts, and 2/3 cup evaporated milk. Pour half of the batter into baking pan, and bake for 12 minutes.
  • 3. While base layer is baking, melt caramels in a heavy-duty saucepan, stirring frequently to prevent scorching. When caramels are melted, stir in remaining 1/3 cup evaporated milk; set aside.
  • 4. Remove cake from the oven (but don't let it cool). Immediately, while cake is still hot, sprinkle the chocolate chips in an even layer on top of the baked cake layer. Stir the milky caramel mixture so it's thin enough to pour. Then pour the caramel mixture on top, covering as much of chocolate chip layer as possible. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining cake batter on top of the caramel layer.
  • 5. Return baking dish to oven and bake for 26 to 30 more minutes, or until the top layer is baked and the chocolate chips have melted. Cool completely before cutting into 24 bars (6 vertical rows x 4 horizontal rows).

Ayaah Nash
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These brownies are a winner! They're easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with my friends and family.


Ava
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Overall, these brownies were delicious and I would definitely make them again. The caramel layer was the perfect touch.


Omaima Jan
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The caramel layer was a bit too thick for my taste. I'll try using less caramel next time.


Farid Baba
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste. I'll try reducing the sugar next time.


Anasiudu Augustina
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I added chopped walnuts to the batter and they added a nice crunch. Will definitely make these again.


Sandya Abinaya
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Forgot to add the caramel layer, but the brownies were still amazing. Will definitely try again with the caramel next time.


Lindokuhle Guambe
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I used dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet and they were still delicious. The caramel layer was the perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness.


Madhav Gahatraj
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Followed the recipe exactly and the brownies turned out perfectly. They were moist, fudgy, and had just the right amount of caramel.


Dev Washington
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These were easy to make, and they turned out great. The caramel layer was gooey and melted in my mouth.


Holly Wignall
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I've made these brownies several times and they always turn out perfect. They're my go-to recipe for when I need a quick and easy dessert.


Javier Lopez
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I'm not a huge fan of caramel, but I loved these brownies! The chocolate flavor was rich and the caramel was just a subtle hint of sweetness.


Last day of Game
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These brownies are a great make-ahead dessert. I made them a day in advance and they were still just as delicious the next day.


Waleed zahid
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I was a bit skeptical about the caramel layer, but it turned out to be the perfect complement to the chocolate. The brownies were rich and decadent, but not too heavy.


leroyia k
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Made these for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


mpublic online TV
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Not a fan. The brownies were too sweet for my taste and the caramel was a bit too chewy.


Olaide Ashiwaju
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I've tried many brownie recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The combination of chocolate and caramel is perfect, and the brownies are always moist and fudgy.


Diana Minard
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These brownies were a hit! They were gooey, chocolaty, and had just the right amount of caramel. I loved how easy they were to make, too.


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