Description
Chocolate-lovers rejoice with these delightful Carrot Patch Brownies, where rich fudgy layers become a playful garden scene. Garden-inspired chocolate squares offer sweet whimsy and delectable charm for celebrations and casual dessert cravings you’ll absolutely adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Baking Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon vegetable oil
Decoration Ingredients:
- ½ strawberries, washed and dried
- 1 ½ cups orange candy melts
- 10 Oreo cookies, crushed
- Green sprinkles or green frosting
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and light greasing for easy removal.
- Create a smooth wet ingredient base by thoroughly whisking melted butter with granulated and brown sugars until well integrated, then incorporate eggs and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- In a separate vessel, combine the dry ingredients – flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder – using a whisk to eliminate potential lumps and ensure even distribution of components.
- Gradually introduce the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently to maintain a tender texture. Fold chocolate chips into the batter with minimal mixing to preserve the brownie’s delicate structure.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface, creating a uniform thickness that promotes consistent baking.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring carefully and using the toothpick test to determine doneness – a few moist crumbs indicate optimal moisture retention.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan, which helps them set and develop a rich, fudgy texture before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Grate carrots finely to ensure they blend seamlessly into the brownie batter without disrupting the smooth texture.
- Use unsweetened cocoa powder for a richer, deeper chocolate flavor that complements the subtle sweetness of the carrots.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the carrot cake-like undertones and create a more complex taste profile.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free baking blend to maintain the brownies’ dense, fudgy consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 278
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 72 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 43 mg