Bourbon Chocolate Brownies
Fudgy brownies infused with bourbon and finished with a sprinkle of sea salt. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 48 minutes layers (1 stick) unsalted butter, dark chocolate chips, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- pinch flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment. Melt 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup dark chocolate chips in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Stir in 1/2 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup bourbon, and 1/2 tsp salt until combined. Fold in 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 cup cocoa powder until no streaks remain. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
- Step 3: Pour into pan, smooth top, and sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Bake 25-28 minutes until center is set but slightly moist. Cool completely before cutting.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bourbon Chocolate Brownies take to make?
Total time is about 48 minutes (20 min prep + 28 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Bourbon Chocolate Brownies?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon Chocolate Brownies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bourbon Chocolate Brownies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bourbon Chocolate Brownies?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
These brownies are heavenly! The bourbon added the perfect touch without overpowering the chocolate.
- ★★★★☆
My kids loved them, but I thought they were a bit too sweet.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but I had to adjust the baking time.
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