Marshmallow and Caramel Brownies

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

ADULT ONLY: Melt the 200g butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Watch it carefully so it doesn't burn!

Measure the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into a large bowl. Whisk them together until there are no lumps of cocoa. This is YOUR chocolate volcano base!

Add the white sugar and brown sugar to the dry ingredients. Whisk everything together so the colors are all mixed up.

ADULT TRANSFER: Carefully pour the melted butter into your dry ingredient bowl. The mixture will be dark and amazing!

Crack the eggs into a separate small bowl first (safety first!), then add them to the batter. Whisk really well until the batter is thick and glossy, about 2 minutes.

Pour the brownie batter into your prepared pan. Smooth the top with your spatula so it's even.

ADULT ONLY: Place the pan in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes. The top should look set but a toothpick should still come out with a few gooey crumbs.

Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. They need to be totally cool before adding the marshmallow topping!

ADULT ONLY: In a clean saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, heavy cream, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter melts and everything is smooth.

ADULT ONLY: Bring the caramel to a gentle boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring the whole time, until it thickens slightly and turns a beautiful amber color. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Ask your adult to check that the brownie is completely cool. Now it's time for the marshmallow cloud!

In a super clean bowl (no grease!), add the egg whites. Beat them with a clean whisk or electric mixer until they form soft peaks — like little mountains!

Add the white sugar one tablespoon at a time, beating after each addition, until the meringue is stiff and glossy. This takes about 5 minutes with a mixer. You want all the sugar dissolved!

Spread the marshmallow meringue on top of the cooled brownies. Make it tall and fluffy! You can swirl it with your spatula to look like a cloud.

ADULT ONLY: Use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallow meringue until it turns golden brown with beautiful brown spots. Work in circles so it toasts evenly. Alternatively, briefly broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes — watch it the whole time!

Drizzle the cooled caramel sauce all over the toasted marshmallow in rivers and swirls. Let it drip down the sides for maximum drama!

Cut into squares and watch everyone's faces when they see the layers! Best served the same day.