Delicious Chocolate Marbled Brownies Recipe
Chocolate Marbled Brownies: A Symphony of Flavor
There's something about brownies that speaks directly to the soul. Maybe it's the dense, fudgy texture or perhaps the rich chocolate flavor. If, like me, you ever struggle to choose between white chocolate or dark chocolate, the answer is simple and utterly delicious: Marbled Brownies.
Marbled brownies are more than just a dessert; they're a feast for the senses. They strike the perfect balance, merging the best of both chocolate worlds into a single, harmonious bite. They make the perfect afternoon treat if you want to bake up something less rich than regular brownies. This recipe guides you in baking your very own batch of these delightful brownies, ensuring every square is a taste and texture masterpiece.
The Magic Behind Marbled Brownies
Marbled brownies are a testament to the beauty of balance, blending the boldness of dark chocolate with the lightness of white chocolate into an unforgettable treat. Whether you're a chocolate aficionado or simply looking for a dessert that's sure to impress, these marbled brownies are a must-try.
The secret to creating the perfect marbled brownie lies in preparing two distinct yet complementary batters: one dark chocolate and one white chocolate. The magic happens when these two batters meet and are gently swirled together, creating a beautiful marbled effect that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
The marbled effect even goes as far as the chocolate chips used! You’ll notice that I used white chocolate chips in the dark chocolate batter, and I decided to go with dark chocolate chips for the white chocolate batter! I thought it really emphasized the marbling effect and looked even better overall.
Tips for Success:
Melting Chocolate: When melting white chocolate, use a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently to avoid burning. ( I find that the microwave works well, but some chocolates are more temperamental than others)
Swirling Technique: To create a more dramatic marbled effect, swirl the batters using a figure-eight motion with your knife or skewer.
Cutting Brownies: For clean cuts, use a sharp knife and clean it after each cut.
These brownies require more work than your regular boxed brownies, but the results are well worth the effort! I recommend making these a day in advance; brownies generally need time, and letting them cool fully makes them easier to cut.
Now that I’ve given you all my tips and tricks preheat your oven, and let's bake some brownies! The video instructions can, as always, be found under the recipe card.
Marbled Brownies
Ingredients
- 100g Butter
- 100g Dark Chocolate
- 2 Eggs
- 135g Caster Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 50g Flour
- 25g Cocoa Powder
- 25g White Chocolate Chips
- 83g Butter
- 113g White Chocolate
- 1 Egg
- 1 Egg Yolk
- 125g Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 110g Flour
- 25g Dark Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C and prepare the brownie tin by lining it with parchment paper
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in short bursts in the microwave
- Whisk the eggs, salt and sugar together in a bowl for at least 5 minutes until light and doubled in size
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar and mix until well combined
- Fold the flour and cocoa powder into the chocolate mix and slowly incorporate into the batter
- Add the white chocolate chips and set to the side while you make the white chocolate batter
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in short bursts in the microwave, make sure to take out the chocolate and mix it around every 20/30 seconds
- Whisk the eggs, salt and sugar together in a bowl for at least 5 minutes until light and doubled in size
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar and mix until well combined
- Fold the flour into the chocolate mix and slowly incorporate into the batter
- Add the dark chocolate chips
- To create the marbled effect, take both of the brownie batters and alternate between the dark chocolate and the white chocolate. Use a figure-eight motion to swirl the batters together
- Bake for 25-30 minutes
- Let the brownies full cool down and enjoy!
Was It Worth The Effort?
These brownies have been a staple in my house ever since I made them for the first time. I think it’s because they are the perfect compromise for those who want a sweet treat but may not always want the richness of regular brownies! They make a great impression on people and are a good idea if you need to bring a snack to an event.
When you try this recipe, let me know if you think the extra batter is worth the effort. I would love to hear your thoughts on this recipe.
Much Love,
Léna 🫶🏻