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Barefoot Contessa Brownie Pudding Recipe

Indulge in pure decadence with Ina Garten's Brownie Pudding! This recipe, adapted from her beloved "Back to Basics" cookbook, creates a rich, fudgy dessert with a texture that's magically between a brownie and pudding. The slightly underbaked center is key – don't overbake! Prepare to be amazed by this intensely chocolatey treat, perfect for sharing (or not!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 654.9 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barefoot Contessa Brownie Pudding

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 4 extra-large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Framboise liqueur (optional)

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How to Make Barefoot Contessa Brownie Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 4 large eggs and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar together on medium speed until light yellow and thick, about 5 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 cup all-purpose flour. Gradually add to the egg mixture on low speed, mixing just until combined.
  5. Slowly pour in the melted butter, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Grease a 9x12x2 inch baking dish. Pour batter into the prepared dish.
  7. Place the baking dish into a larger roasting pan.
  8. Pour enough very hot tap water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the smaller dish.
  9. Bake for exactly 1 hour.
  10. A cake tester inserted 2 inches from the edge should come out ¾ clean. The center will appear underbaked – this is correct!
  11. Let cool completely before serving. Enjoy slightly warm or at room temperature, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

269g

Fat

107g

Carbs

27g

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