Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert mashup with gooey pecan pie brownies. A rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a sweet, nutty pecan pie layer, perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Pecan Pie Topping:
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup (60ml) light corn syrup or maple syrup
1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups (150g) pecan halves or chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan and Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the Brownie Layer:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir in sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, and baking powder, then fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Prepare the Pecan Pie Topping:
- Whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in pecans until evenly coated.
- Assemble the Layers: Gently pour the pecan pie topping over the brownie batter, spreading evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is set and slightly puffed. Cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes if the pecans brown too quickly.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool completely in the pan. Use parchment overhang to lift brownies out, slice into squares, and serve.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
Chill brownies before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Use maple syrup instead of corn syrup for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 16 brownies
