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Best Ever Bourbon Brownies Recipe

Indulge in these elegant, melt-in-your-mouth bourbon brownies! Rich, dark chocolate meets the subtle warmth of bourbon for a truly unforgettable dessert. Easily customizable – omit the bourbon drizzle for a classic chocolate brownie experience. Perfect for parties, gifts, or a special treat for yourself!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 4205.5 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Ever Bourbon Brownies

  • 1/3 cup + 3 tablespoons (105g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1-2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons milk (plus more if needed, 1 teaspoon at a time)
  • 1/4 cup (57g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

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How to Make Best Ever Bourbon Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8x2-inch baking pan and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/3 cup (67g) unsalted butter, 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup (60ml) water.
  3. Cook and stir over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Remove from heat.
  4. Add 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Whisk in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  7. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans (optional).
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
  11. Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before adding the bourbon drizzle (optional).
  12. Using a fork, prick the warm brownies several times and drizzle evenly with 1-2 tablespoons bourbon (optional).
  13. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  14. For the frosting:
  15. In a small bowl, beat 3 tablespoons (38g) unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  16. Gradually add 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, beating until combined.
  17. Slowly add 2 teaspoons milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed, to reach desired consistency.
  18. Spread frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
  19. Melt 1/4 cup (57g) semi-sweet chocolate chips. Drizzle melted chocolate over the frosting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

1597g

Fat

559g

Carbs

172g

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