Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch baking pan. Line with parchment paper so that the paper overhangs on two opposite sides.

Step 2

Place the chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave at half power in 30-second increments until the butter is melted and the chocolate melts when stirred. Stir until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

Whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

Beat the sugar and chocolate mixture until well-blended. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla. Add the flour mixture in 3 or 4 portions, mixing just until combined.

Step 5

Transfer the batter to prepared pan. Bake for 12 minutes.

Step 6

Sprinkle the toppings over the partially baked brownies. Pour the condensed milk evenly over toppings.

Step 7

Bake 30-35 minutes, or until set. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 8

Then, using the overhanging parchment, lift out the brownies onto a cutting board. Cut into bars using a sharp knife.