Pecan Pie Brownies
Pecan Pie Brownies are fudgy chocolate brownies topped with a pecan pie filling for an irresistible dessert.
Servings: 15 brownies
Equipment
- Non-stick cooking spray
- 9x13 pan
- sauce pot
- Whisk
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1 box brownie mix
- 3 tablespoons water
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
For the Pecan Pie Topping
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1½ cups light corn syrup
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups whole pecans
Instructions
For the Brownies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F
- In a large bowl, make the brownie mix according to package instructions.
- Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour the brownie mix into the casserole dish and spread evenly with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, according to package instructions.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.
For the Pecan Pie Topping
- While the brownies are baking, combine all pecan pie filling ingredients except the pecans in a medium sauce pot and whisk.
- Set over medium heat and continue to whisk for about 10-15 minutes. The butter will fully melt. The mixture will bubble and rise during whisking and then fall back down as it begins to caramelize.
- Once the mixture is thick and jelly like in consistency, and a medium honey in color, remove from heat and add the pecans in.
- Use a rubber spatula to fold the pecans in.
- Pour the pecan mixture onto the baked brownies and spread evenly.
- Bake again at 350°F for another 25 minutes. The pecan pie filling will flatten and have small bubbles when finished baking.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before cutting to serve.
Notes
Tips:
*Brownies need to be fully cooled before slicing!
*Use a strong knife or pie server to loosen the edges before cutting and serving.