Description
Indulgent pecan pie brownies blend Southern comfort with chocolate decadence, creating a rich dessert that marries two classic treats. Chocolate lovers will savor each fudgy bite of this irresistible fusion, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings and impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups whole pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 box brownie mix
- 2 eggs
- 4 eggs
Baking Liquids:
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prepare for the brownie base.
- Create the brownie batter by blending the packaged mix with water, oil, and eggs until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, ensuring an even distribution, and bake for 25 minutes until the brownies are set.
- Allow the brownies to cool for 10 minutes while preparing the pecan topping.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, eggs, butter, and vanilla, whisking continuously over medium heat.
- Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens and reaches a rich, glossy consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and gently fold in the pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the caramel-like mixture.
- Carefully pour the pecan topping over the partially baked brownies, covering the surface completely.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, watching for the topping to bubble slightly and become golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely at room temperature before slicing into decadent squares.
Notes
- Check brownie mix consistency carefully to ensure a rich, moist texture without overmixing.
- Toast pecans beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra depth to the dessert.
- Use parchment paper in the pan for easier removal and cleaner cutting of brownies.
- Adjust baking time slightly based on your oven’s performance to prevent over or undercooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 391
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 82 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg