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Pecan Pie Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings

Description

Delightfully rich and gooey, these Pecan Pie Brownies combine fudgy brownie base with a luscious pecan pie topping. With a pre-bake of the brownie layer followed by a thick, buttery pecan filling baked to perfection, these treats offer the perfect balance of chocolatey and nutty flavors, ideal for any festive occasion or dessert craving.

Ingredients

Brownie Layer

  • 1 box Brownie mix (with ingredients and instructions for 13×9 inch pan)

Pecan Pie Topping

  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups Light corn syrup
  • 4 Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups Pecans, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven according to the instructions specified on the brownie mix package, usually around 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare Pecan Pie Filling: In a small saucepan, whisk together sugar, light corn syrup, eggs, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Place the pan on the stovetop over medium-high heat and cook, stirring continuously to prevent curdling or burning.
  3. Mix Brownie Batter: While the filling cooks, prepare the brownie batter following the package instructions.
  4. Pre-bake Brownies: Grease a 13×9 inch baking pan and pour in the brownie batter. Bake for 20 minutes to partially cook the brownies.
  5. Thicken Filling & Add Pecans: As the brownies bake, continue cooking the filling in the saucepan for about 15 minutes until it thickens enough to coat a spoon. Stir in the chopped pecans and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture reaches a consistency similar to runny oatmeal, ensuring it is pourable but not too liquid.
  6. Pour Pecan Filling over Brownies: Remove the pre-baked brownies from the oven and evenly pour the pecan pie filling over the top, spreading it to cover the entire surface.
  7. Bake Until Set: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes. The filling should only slightly jiggle in the center when the pan is gently moved.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool to room temperature before slicing into 20 servings and serving.

Notes

  • Partial baking of the brownie base prevents overcooking and ensures the pecan filling sets properly.
  • The pecan filling consistency should be thick but pourable; too liquid will cause runny filling, too thick will be difficult to spread.
  • For extra flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the filling.
  • Ensure continuous stirring of the filling to avoid scrambling the eggs while cooking on the stovetop.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://mysimpledish.com/pecan-pie-brownies-recipe/