Chocolate Brownies

Part I – Prepare the brownie base

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

Sift the flour until smooth. Weigh each ingredient separately according to the recipe.

Step 2: Melt the butter and chocolate

Melt the unsalted butter and 135 g of dark chocolate together in a microwave or over a double boiler. Stir until smooth, then allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 3: Mix the eggs and sugar

Place the eggs, brown sugar and salt in a mixing bowl. Beat until the ingredients are well combined.

Step 4: Prepare the almonds

Roast or bake the almonds until golden. Allow them to cool, then crush them into small pieces.

Step 5: Combine the brownie mixture

Gradually add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg mixture, stirring well. Add the flour and crushed almonds, then mix until combined.

Step 6: Bake the brownies

Pour the batter into an aluminum baking pan and spread it evenly. Preheat the air fryer, then bake at 160°C for approximately 45 minutes. Check that the brownies are cooked before removing them. Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the topping.

Part II – Prepare the chocolate topping

Step 7: Make the chocolate topping

Place the whipping cream and 150 g of dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.

Assemble the brownies

Step 8: Add the topping and cut

Pour the chocolate mixture over the cooled brownie base and spread evenly. Allow the topping to set, then cut the brownies into squares or rectangles.