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Amaretto Brownies

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Amaretto Brownies

By Ryan Hurd · Published Sep 12, 2026

Servings

Serves 8-12

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Difficulty

Easy

Rich, velvety chocolate paired with nutty amaretto? What could be better! The aroma of freshly baked brownies fills the kitchen as the oven preheats to 350°F. The sweet scent of cocoa and the subtle, delicate notes of amaretto waft through the air, mingling with the faint smell of butter melting in a saucepan. As the batter comes together, the rich, dark chocolate chips and the crunchy, almond-flavored amaretto liqueur are gently folded in, creating a luxurious, glossy mixture. The batter is then poured into a well-greased 8x8 inch pan, and the edges are smoothed with a spatula, ensuring an even bake. The pan is placed in the preheated oven, and the timer is set for 25 minutes. The kitchen fills with the comforting sound of the timer beeping, signaling the end of the baking time. The brownies are removed from the oven, still warm and gooey, and are allowed to cool slightly before being cut into squares. The first bite reveals a perfect balance of chocolate and amaretto, with the rich chocolate providing a deep, satisfying flavor, while the amaretto adds a subtle, sweet, and slightly bitter note that complements the chocolate beautifully. The brownies are a true delight, perfect for any chocolate lover or anyone who appreciates the unique combination of flavors.

Ingredients

Brownies

  • • 1 cup butter
  • • 4 squares white chocolate bark 1 oz each
  • • 1 3/4 cups sugar
  • • 4 eggs beaten
  • • 2 Tbsp amaretto
  • • 1 1/2 cups flour

Frosting

  • • 1/4 cup butter
  • • 1 oz chocolate bark
  • • 2 Tbsp half and half
  • • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • • 2 Tbsp amaretto

Steps

  1. 1.Grease 9x13 dish & preheat to 400°.
  2. 2.Over low heat, melt the butter, chocolate & sugar. Stir constantly. Remove from heat & cool.
  3. 3.Stir in eggs, amaretto, & flour. Pour in dish & bake 20 minutes.
  4. 4.For frosting, melt butter & chocolate bark then add in half & half. Next add in the powdered sugar & amaretto. Once brownies are baked, top w/ frosting.

Notes

  • • Stir constantly to prevent burning.
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