Irresistible Pecan Pie Brownies with 5 Secret Tips
A rich and gooey combination of fudgy brownies and classic pecan pie topping, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
- 1/2 cup melted butter (for the brownie base)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter (for the pecan topping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves (toasted)
- Optional: Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, adding melted butter. Pour into a greased 9×9 pan and bake for 15 minutes (not fully done).
- Whisk corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the partially baked brownies, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the pecan topping is set and glossy (center should be slightly jiggly).
- Let cool completely, then slice into squares. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
- Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
- Let brownies cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg