Homemade, rich and fudgy brownies topped with a gooey pecan pie filling. Two classic desserts in one unforgettable bite. Perfect for holidays and special occasions.
8ozSemisweet Chocolatechips or a chopped chocolate bar
1 ½cupsgranulated sugar
½cupBrown Sugarpacked
4large Eggs
1teaspoonVanilla Extract
1cupAll-Purpose Flour
½cupUnsweetened Cocoa Powder
½teaspoonsalt
For the Pecan Pie Topping:
½cupBrown sugarpacked
½cupLight Corn Syrupsuch as Karo
2large Eggs
2tablespoonUnsalted Buttermelted
1teaspoonVanilla Extract
¼teaspoonSalt
1 ½cupsPecanschopped
Instructions
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9 by 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
For the brownies
In a large saucepan, melt the butter and chocolate chips over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth.
1 cup Unsalted Butter, 8 oz Semisweet Chocolate
Remove from heat and whisk in both sugars.
1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ½ cup Brown Sugar
Add the eggs and vanilla; whisk until combined.
4 large Eggs, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour, ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, ½ teaspoon salt
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Gently fold until no streaks remain. The batter should look thick and glossy.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft. Cool slightly.
For the pecan pie topping
In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans.
½ cup Brown sugar, ½ cup Light Corn Syrup, 2 large Eggs, 2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract, ¼ teaspoon Salt, 1 ½ cups Pecans
After the brownies have cooled slightly, pour the pecan pie topping evenly over the partially baked brownies.
Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the pecan layer is set and golden.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing for clean edges.
Notes
Leftovers & StorageStore the brownies, covered, in the fridge for up to 5 days.Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Layer with parchment between bars. Thaw before eating!These brownies are best enjoyed slightly chilled or at room temperature.If you're short on time, a boxed mix works fine. Just bake it for 5-10 minutes less before adding the pecan topping. Remember, the texture of the box brownie mix may be different than this homemade recipe.You can make this recipe ahead of time. They actually taste even better the next day after the flavors meld together.Use better quality chocolate chips, if using. Semi-sweet or dark chocolate bars give the richest flavor.