Description
These Pecan Pie Brownies combine the rich, fudgy base of a brownie with the gooey, nutty topping of a classic pecan pie, creating an irresistible Southern-style dessert.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecans, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla for the brownie base.
- Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until fully mixed.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together corn syrup, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla for the pecan pie topping.
- Stir in chopped pecans.
- Gently pour the pecan mixture over the brownie base.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the pecan filling is set.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
