Description
Dr. Pepper Brownies are a rich, fudgy chocolate dessert infused with the unique spicy sweetness of Dr. Pepper soda. Moist and dense with a slight caramel undertone, these brownies offer a fun, flavorful twist on a classic treat that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) Dr. Pepper soda
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free option)
- 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Your Pan: Begin by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan well or line it with parchment paper to ensure the brownies come out easily.
- Melt Butter and Mix with Cocoa: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter slowly over low heat, then whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth and glossy. This combination forms the chocolate base of your brownies.
- Stir in Sugar and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sugar followed by the vanilla extract, allowing the sweetness and subtle flavor notes to blend evenly.
- Incorporate Eggs One at a Time: Add eggs individually into the chocolate mixture, whisking well after each to create a silky, rich batter that will set the fudgy texture.
- Blend in Dr. Pepper: Slowly mix the Dr. Pepper into the batter; the soda enhances moisture and introduces those signature flavor layers.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold them into the batter until there are no lumps, careful not to overmix.
- Bake Until Set: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting. This resting time helps the fudgy texture fully develop.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and a smoother batter consistency.
- Do not overbake; remove brownies when a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs for ultimate fudginess.
- Use unsweetened, high-quality cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor.
- Measure flour by spooning and leveling to avoid dense brownies.
- Let brownies cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and ensure the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/16 of pan)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Dr. Pepper brownies, fudgy brownies, chocolate brownies, unique brownies, soda brownies, gluten-free dessert