Toffee Brownies

Chewy, fudgy chocolate brownies studded with crunchy toffee bits and melty chocolate chips. No mixer required.

Yields 16 brownies
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Also see: Homemade Toffee Bits → A slice of toffee brownie on a plate with a bite taken out

Method

1. Prep

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line an 8x8-inch metal pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

Melt the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl (about 1 minute). Whisk in the granulated and brown sugars, then let cool to just warm. Whisk in the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla vigorously for 30 seconds. Whisk in the oil and cocoa powder.

3. Add the Dry Ingredients

Stir in the flour, cornstarch, and salt until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and toffee bits, reserving a handful of each.

4. Bake

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the reserved toffee bits and chocolate chips. Bake for 30 minutes, or until set with moist crumbs on a cake tester (add 5-7 minutes for a less fudgy brownie). Let cool completely before cutting.

Cook's Notes

Cocoa powder Dutch-process gives the smoothest, richest flavor, but natural cocoa works too.
Storage Airtight up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge; freezes well up to 3 months. Chilled brownies are extra fudgy.