Valentine’s Day calls for a new brownie recipe!! I had a request from a reader to make brownies that have a crunchy top. After some research, I was able to make a pretty great batch.  These brownies are chewy with a crunchy top and a rich fudge-y, chocolate-y taste! The secret to making the top crunchy is the chocolate chips which get melted and added to the batter.

Crunchy Top Brownies

In a small saucepan, melt:

• 1/3 cup butter

Add the butter into a mixing bowl with:

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla

Mix well. Then add:

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt (equal to 2 eggs)

Mix well, then add in:

• 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted

Mix well and then add the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.

• 3/4 cup flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder

Bake at 325 degrees F in a parchment…