Description
Pecan Pie Brownies combine the fudgy richness of chocolate brownies with the gooey, nutty topping of classic pecan pie. A perfect dessert for holidays or any indulgent occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup corn syrup
- 1 large egg (for topping)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for topping)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, melt butter. Stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and chocolate chips. Pour into prepared pan and smooth top.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, egg, vanilla, and melted butter. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour pecan mixture evenly over brownie batter.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until center is just set and topping is golden.
- Cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Let the brownies cool fully before cutting to keep layers clean.
- Toast pecans for deeper flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.