Indulge your sweet cravings with these delectable Chocolate Amaretto Brownies that are a delightful blend of rich chocolate, the warmth of amaretto, and the perfect chewiness that defines a brownie. 🍫✨
Chocolate Amaretto Brownies Recipe
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Shortening |
| 4 cups | Sugar |
| 2 units | Eggs |
| 4 tbsp | Amaretto |
| 2 cups | Flour |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 1 cup | Margarine |
| 1 1/2 cups | Half-and-half |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 2 cups | Powdered sugar |
| 1 unit | Amaretto |
| 1 unit | Chocolate squares (or 2/3 cup powdered baking cocoa) |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
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In a heavy saucepan, combine shortening and chocolate squares (or powdered baking cocoa if preferred).
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Place the saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until the shortening and chocolate are smoothly combined.
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Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool for a moment.
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Stir in eggs and amaretto, creating a luscious and flavorful batter.
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In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt, then add it to the creamed mixture, stirring well to ensure an even texture.
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Pour the heavenly batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
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Allow the brownies to cool to room temperature in the pan.
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Once cooled, it’s time to frost with the decadent Amaretto frosting, adding that extra layer of flavor. 🎂
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Optionally, sprinkle sliced almonds on top or get creative by arranging them in flowery patterns for a visually stunning finish. 🌸
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Cut the brownies into squares, savoring the perfect combination of fudgy and chewy textures in each bite.
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Note: If you prefer, you can substitute 2/3 cup of powdered baking cocoa for the chocolate squares.
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For the Amaretto Frosting: In a heavy saucepan, combine butter and chocolate, melting them over low heat while stirring constantly.
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Stir in half-and-half, then add powdered sugar, salt, and amaretto, stirring until the frosting becomes irresistibly smooth.
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Your rich and indulgent Chocolate Amaretto Brownies are now ready to be enjoyed! This recipe yields enough to satisfy the sweet cravings of 12 lucky individuals.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 560.5
- Fat Content: 29.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 73.1mg
- Sodium Content: 175.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 74.2g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 58g
- Protein Content: 5.6g
Rating and Reviews:
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5/5
- Review Count: 2
Satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family with these Chocolate Amaretto Brownies – a true testament to the joy of baking! 🍫👩🍳✨
