The exotic fusion of Indian spice and traditional Western decadence awaits you in Chilli Chocolate Brownies. Drawing inspiration from gooey brownies and chilli in Indian cuisine, this recipe emphasises harmony: rich chocolate, fragrant vanilla, and a hint of heat that tingles without overpowering. The end product is a thick, fudgy brownie with an unexpected tinge of spice.
Whether you're serving them as a dessert after biryani, bringing them to a festival gathering, or pairing them with chai for a monsoon treat, these chilli chocolate brownies will be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
200gDark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), broken into pieces
Line a 20-centimetre square baking tin with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Melt the butter and chocolate in a bowl set over a pan of gently simmering water. Stir until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
Description - Step 2
Step 2: Flavour the Base
Take the bowl out of the oven. Add the caster sugar, sea salt, vanilla essence, and chilli powder. Combine well and let it cool somewhat.
Description - Step 3
Step 3: Whisk Eggs & Combine
In another dish, whisk or beat the eggs until pale and doubled in volume. When the chocolate has cooled, slowly add it to the eggs, whisking constantly, until a thick batter forms.
Description - Step 4
Step 4: Add Flour & Nuts
Without overmixing, sift the flour over the batter and gently fold it in. If desired, add chopped walnuts for crunch and flavour.
Description - Step 5
Step 5: Bake the Brownies
Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and level it out. Allow it to bake for 25 to 30 minutes. If a toothpick inserted into the middle of the brownies comes out with a few wet crumbs, it means they are done, even if the sides are still somewhat soft.
Description - Step 6
Step 6: Cool, Cut & Garnish
Allow the brownies to cool entirely inside the pan. Move to a cutting board after lifting. Cut into triangles or squares. Add some chilli flakes, sea salt, and broken chocolate as a garnish.