Description
Pecan pie brownies blend two beloved desserts into one incredible treat that brings chocolate and nutty caramel magic right to your plate. Rich chocolate layers topped with sweet, crunchy pecans create a delightful dessert sure to make your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pecans
Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Coat an 8×8-inch baking pan with butter, then line with parchment paper to help you easily lift out the brownies later.
- Melt ½ cup unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl. Whisk in 1 cup granulated sugar and ½ cup brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Crack 2 large eggs into the butter-sugar mixture. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and blend until completely combined.
- Sift ½ cup all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt directly into the wet ingredients. Stir gently until no dry streaks remain.
- Transfer the brownie batter to the prepared pan. Spread evenly with a spatula, ensuring a smooth surface. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick shows moist crumbs.
- While brownies bake, prepare the pecan topping by mixing 1 cup chopped pecans, ½ cup corn syrup, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
- Remove the brownie base from the oven. Pour the pecan mixture across the surface, gently spreading to cover completely.
- Return the pan to the 350°F oven. Bake an additional 10-15 minutes until the topping sets and turns slightly bubbly.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Use parchment paper handles to lift out the entire dessert, then slice into squares.
Notes
- Ensure your brownie base is slightly underbaked to prevent drying out during the second baking with the pecan topping.
- Toasting pecans before adding them to the topping will enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free baking blend in the brownie base.
- Storing these brownies in an airtight container at room temperature keeps them fresh for up to 3 days, maintaining their delicious texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Brownies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 349 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 78 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg