Pecan Pie Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate fall dessert with these Pecan Pie Brownies, a delightful mash-up of fudgy brownies and sweet pecan pie filling. This easy-to-make treat combines rich chocolate flavors with the nutty goodness of pecans, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Impress your guests during holiday celebrations or simply enjoy a slice on a lazy afternoon. With customizable toppings and meal prep-friendly features, these brownies are sure to become a beloved favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (18 to 20-ounce) box ‘Family’-sized brownie mix, plus the required ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 2 cups pecans
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Flaky salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and prepare a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray and parchment paper.
- Prepare the brownie batter as directed on the box and pour it into the pan.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until set. Meanwhile, make the pecan pie topping by combining butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt in a saucepan, then stir in chopped pecans.
- Increase oven temperature to 350°F after removing brownies from the oven. Spread the pecan topping over brownies and bake until bubbly, about 25-30 minutes.
- Let cool before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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