Mole Negro Brownies with Sea Salt

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.

Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Stir in the mole negro paste until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with fudgy crumbs.

Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Sprinkle with sea salt flakes before serving.