These Chocolate Caramel Mousse Brownie Squares are a decadent, indulgent dessert that combines rich brownie layers, smooth caramel peanut filling, and a creamy caramel mousse topping. Topped with warm chocolate sauce, caramel drizzle, and crunchy roasted peanuts, these squares are perfect for any special occasion or a sweet treat to share with friends and family. With each bite, you get the perfect blend of chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter, making this dessert impossible to resist.
The layers of this dessert come together beautifully, with the dense, fudgy brownie providing the perfect base for the caramel peanut filling and airy caramel mousse. If you’re looking to impress with a dessert that has both flavor and flair, this is the one to try. Let’s dive into this mouthwatering recipe!
Ingredients
- For the Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- For the Caramel Peanut Layer:
- 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce or dulce de leche
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- Pinch of salt
- For the Caramel Mousse Layer:
- 1 tsp powdered gelatin
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- For Toppings (Optional but Recommended):
- Warm chocolate sauce
- Extra caramel sauce
- Chopped chocolate or chocolate chunks
- Roasted peanuts
- Truffle, chocolate bonbon, or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream
