Frosted Turtle Brownies
A delightful combination of rich chocolate brownies topped with creamy frosting and gooey caramel, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Ingredients
- 1 package milk chocolate brownie mix (19-ounce)
- 1 package triple fudge brownie mix (19-ounce)
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Frosting and Topping Ingredients
- 1 bar Hershey's milk chocolate candy (4.4-ounce) For decoration
- 1 cup softened unsalted butter
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream For frosting
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans Can adjust to taste
- 12 pieces soft caramels
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream For caramel topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9x13-inch cake pan with parchment paper and spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk chocolate brownie mix, triple fudge brownie mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs using an electric or stand mixer until well combined.
- Pour the brownie mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool before proceeding to frost them.
Making the Frosting and Caramel Topping
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract to make the chocolate frosting.
- Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Melt the caramels with the tablespoon of heavy whipping cream until smooth.
- Frost the cooled brownies with the chocolate frosting, then drizzle the melted caramel over the top.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top of the brownies.
Serving
- Cut the brownies into squares and serve them on a plate or in a dessert tray.
- Enjoy them on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate for up to a week, letting them come to room temperature before serving. Ensure butter is softened and stir frequently when melting caramels.