Chocolate Whiskey Brownies are fudgy and indulgent, drizzled with caramel and sprinkled with sea salt. This easy brownie recipe can be made in just 30 minutes and is perfect when you need a chocolate fix!
Preheat the oven to 350°, line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and greased liberally with baking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, and whiskey and whisk to combine.
Add in the eggs and whisk until they are well incorporated.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt and whisk until all the dry ingredients have just been incorporated.
Pour the brownie batter into prepared baking pan and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Brownies should not be jiggly in the middle or shiny on top but might be gooey if tested with a toothpick.
Let the brownies cool completely before cutting. Drizzle cut brownies with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Use a bourbon whiskey when baking these chocolate brownies. It's a little bit sweeter than other varieties and pairs with the chocolate perfectly.
When cooking or baking with alcohol, it's best to use something that you would drink. It doesn't have to be super expensive, but don't use the cheapest one either.
Make sure to both line the baking pan with parchment and grease it with butter or baking spray. This will help to make sure the brownies don't stick in the pan.
Don't over mix the batter after adding the dry ingredients. Make sure there are no dry pockets, but stir together until they are just combined to avoid an overly tough texture.
Baking time should be about 20 minutes. To make sure they are done, gently jiggle the pan to make sure they don't move and check the top to make sure they are no longer shiny.
Make sure to let the brownies cool completely before cutting. The brownies continue cooking during this time and will also set up to make for easier slicing and serving.
Substitutions and Variations
Ala Mode - Serve these fudgy brownies with a scoop of your favorite ice cream on top for an extra special treat.
Nuts - Add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnut to the batter for extra crunch and texture.
Alcohol Free - Want to skip on the booze? Substitute the whiskey for 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Dairy Free - Substitute the butter in this recipe for your favorite dairy free or plant based butter.
Boxed Brownies - Boxed brownies may be used for this recipe instead, simply substitute 2 ½ Tablespoons of the water for whiskey.
Storage Suggestions
These brownies will keep in an airtight container stored at room temperature for about 3 days. Brownies can be warmed up in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for an extra fudgy texture!