Craving more caramel?! Some of my favorites include 3 Ingredient Caramel Sauce, Vegan Salted Caramel Sauce and Vegan Salted Caramel Skillet Cookie. *Originally, I posted this recipe with the caramel swirled throughout the brownie batter and then baked, but multiple people had problems this way. I changed the recipe to make it even better, and so you can have more consistent results. Enjoy one of these sticky sweet brownies all by itself or pair it with a scoop of Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream for an even more drool-worthy treat! No matter when or where you plan on serving these brownies, everyone will LOVE these dairy free delights.
Why you’ll fall in love with these salted caramel brownies
The salted caramel is dreamy! Seriously, you may start having dreams about this sauce! It’s oh so sweet with just a touch of mouthwatering salty flavor. The way it pairs with the homemade brownies is absolute perfection! This is a strictly homemade recipe. But don’t worry, they are quite easy to make! Both the brownies and caramel sauce are made from scratch and with lots of love! Ready for fall! The salted caramel really seals the deal on the fall flavor. They’re delicious all year round too.
While you could make the brownies, then drizzle with a caramel sauce (like my latest Vegan Salted Caramel Sauce), I went with a caramel similar to the one in my Vegan Millionaire Shortbread, which firms up.
How to make vegan caramel brownies
Find the complete printable recipe with measurements below in the recipe card. First, make the brownie batter. This is all done in one bowl! See the recipe card for the exact instructions. Stir the melted vegan butter and sugar together, then add the vanilla and milk. Next, add the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Stir. Dump the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top looks done. Don’t over bake or they will get very hard once they cool. Cool the brownies most of the way before topping with caramel. Next, make the vegan salted caramel on the stovetop. Pour immediately over the brownies, then place in the refrigerator to set for an hour. Once the caramel is set and chilled, make the ganache topping. You could also just leave off the chocolate topping, if you prefer. Pour the ganache over the caramel and return to the refrigerator to set. Once set, sprinkle with coarse sea salt, cut into squares and serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long will Vegan Salted Caramel Brownies stay fresh? In an airtight container at room temperature, these vegan brownies will stay fresh for about 3 days. Can I make them gluten free? Yes! You can easily make these brownies gluten free by swapping the all purpose flour for gluten free flour.Can I add chocolate chips to these vegan brownies? Yes, just double check the label and make sure they’re vegan before tossing them into the batter. I’ve had luck at Trader Joe’s – their semi-sweet chocolate chips are inexpensive and vegan.
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