What is the impact of the yeast extract ingredient used in this recipe?
- Enhances salted caramel flavor
- Adds a dark malty flavor
The Recipe (Brownies):
- 10 tbsp butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp instant coffee grounds
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup flour
- 3/4 cup dutched cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
The Recipe (Salted Caramel):
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp yeast extract (such as Marmite or Vegemite)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Directions (Salted Caramel):
- In saucepan, whisk water and sugar to a boil until caramel colored.
- Remove from the heat and whisk in the heavy whipping cream.
- Stir in the yeast extract, salt and vanilla. Return to heat for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Directions (Brownies):
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 inch pan. Melt the butter over a medium heat in a saucepan and cook until it turns pale, golden brown.
- Remove from heat and add the sugar. Mix in the cocoa powder, baking powder, coffee powder and salt. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Spread the mixture into the pan and smooth the top. Swirl in the salted caramel with a knife.
- Bake for 30 – 35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
