Caribbean Rum-Infused Brownie Squares
Rich, fudgy brownies with a tropical twist—infused with warm Caribbean rum and a hint of cinnamon for a festive bite.
⏱️ Prep: 10 min🍳 Cook: 30 min🍽️ Makes 16
Nutrition
215
Calories
3g
Protein
25g
Carbs
11g
Fat
Ingredients
| ½ cup | 120 ml | butter |
| 1 cup | 240 ml | sugar |
| 2 | eggs | |
| ½ cup | 120 ml | cocoa powder |
| ½ cup | 120 ml | flour |
| 2 tbsp | 30 ml | Caribbean dark rum |
| 1 tsp | 5 ml | cinnamon |
| ½ tsp | 2.5 ml | baking powder |
| Pinch | salt |
Instructions
Total Time: 40 minutes (Prep: 10 min, Bake: 30 min). Yield: 16 squares. Servings: 8.
Flavor, Texture & Health Benefits: Deep chocolate with warm cinnamon and the mellow boozy sweetness of rum. Cinnamon offers antioxidants and antiinflammatory benefits. Per Serving: 215 cal · 3g protein · 25g carbs · 11g fat · 2g fiber · 17g sugar.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 8x8 pan.
- Melt butter, stir in sugar, then add eggs and rum.
- Sift cocoa, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Fold into wet mix.
- Pour into pan and bake 30 minutes.
✨Pro Tips, Variations & Storage:
- ⭐Substitute rum with rum extract for nonalcoholic option.
- ⭐Add chopped nuts for crunch.
- ⭐Store airtight for up to 5 days.
Did You Know? Rum is made from sugarcane byproducts and was historically popular in the Caribbean as a sailors' drink.
Source: SMART, LAURA. SNACKING BROWNIE COOKBOOK (p. 61). Kindle Edition.