Ancho Brownie Sundae

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For the Brownies:

1 stick unsalted butter, plus more for the pan

12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (or 2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips)

1 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ancho chile powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon finely grated orange zest

Pinch of ground cloves

For the Chocolate Sauce:

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar

2 tablespoons light corn syrup

Pinch of salt

4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (or about 1/2 heaping cup bittersweet chocolate chips)

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tablespoon instant espresso powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Dulce de leche or vanilla ice cream, for serving