Description
These Kitkat brownies are the ultimate answer to cravings for a decadent, chocolatey treat. By folding crunchy, chocolate-covered wafer bars into a rich, fudgy batter, this recipe creates a perfect contrast between soft, chewy chocolate and satisfying candy crunch. Ideal for neighborhood gatherings or quick movie night desserts, these brownies deliver bakery-quality results with minimal effort, ensuring every bite is intensely satisfying and perfectly balanced.
Ingredients
1 stick unsalted butter, cubed
6 oz semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, whisked
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1/4 tsp salt
8 standard 4-finger Kit Kat bars
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Combine butter and chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in short 30-second bursts until melted and smooth.
Whisk in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
Gently fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until the batter is just combined.
Spread roughly half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
Arrange the Kit Kat bars evenly over the batter layer.
Top with remaining batter, smoothing the surface carefully.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting by the parchment and cutting into squares.
Notes
Ensure you don’t overbake, as the fudgy center is key to the texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Use Dutch-processed cocoa for the deep, dark color characteristic of these brownies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg