Pecan Pie Brownies

Why choose between two classic desserts when you can have both? These incredible pecan pie brownies combine the best of a fudgy, rich cocoa brownie base with a perfectly gooey, buttery pecan caramel topping. It’s a decadent mash-up that delivers on flavor and texture, offering a crisp layer of sweet pecans over a dense, chewy chocolate square.

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Pecan Pie Brownies

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Servings 16

Calories 81 kcal

Ingredients

Brownie

• 3/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1-3/4 cups packed light brown sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Pecan pie topping

• 1/3 cup unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/3 cup light corn syrup
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 Tbsp. heavy cream
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

Brownie

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 9×9-in. pan with parchment paper, making sure parchment overlaps sides to create overhang for easy lifting.
2. Melt butter in microwave-safe bowl until fully melted.
3. Add brown sugar to large bowl. Pour melted butter and whisk immediately until mixture becomes thick and glossy.
4. Whisk in cocoa powder until smooth and well combined.
5. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until mixture becomes fully blended.
6. Add flour and salt, stirring gently until combined (do not overmix).
7. Fold in chocolate chips.
8. Spread batter into prepared pan.
9. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until edges are set, center looks dry and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.

Pecan pie topping

1. In saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
2. Add brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Cook 1–2 minutes until bubbling.
3. Stir in heavy cream and cook for 1 more minute until slightly thickened.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and pecans.
5. Let mixture sit for 3–4 minutes to thicken slightly.
6. Spoon topping evenly over partially baked brownies and spread it gently with spatula.

Assembly

1. Bake topped brownies at 350 degrees F for 20–25 minutes, until pecan layer is set at edges, top is glossy, center no longer looks runny, and toothpick inserted into center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are fine).
2. Cool brownies for at least 1 hour before slicing. For best results, refrigerate for 2–3 hours or overnight.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Pecan Pie Brownies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 81 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 3g15%

Trans Fat 0.2g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Cholesterol 43mg14%

Sodium 137mg6%

Potassium 76mg2%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 190IU4%

Vitamin C 0.01mg0%

Calcium 13mg1%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.