Caramel Cornflake Brownies

Ingredients

For the Brownie Base

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

• 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped

• 1 1/2 cups sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup cocoa powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

For the Caramel Cornflake Topping

• 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

• 4 cups cornflakes

• Pinch of sea salt (optional, for balance)

Instructions

1. Make the brownies:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment.

   • In a saucepan, melt butter and chocolate together until smooth. Remove from heat, whisk in sugar, then eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla.

   • Sift in flour, cocoa, and salt. Fold gently until combined. Pour batter into the pan and spread evenly.

2. Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, until set but still fudgy. Let cool slightly.

3. Make the topping: In a large bowl, warm caramel sauce until pourable. Add cornflakes and stir until fully coated.

4. Assemble: Spread caramel cornflake mixture over the cooled brownies, pressing down gently so it sticks. Chill for 30 minutes to set.

5. Slice & serve: Cut into squares and enjoy the chewy-fudgy-crunchy layers!