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Pecan Pie Brownies

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Pecan Pie Brownies, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Pecan Pie Brownies — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
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Start by making the brownie batter—it’s as simple as mixing wet ingredients, then folding in the dry ones. Spread it evenly in your pan, and don’t worry if it’s a thin layer; the pecan topping will add height. Then, whisk together the topping ingredients until smooth, and pour it right over the brownie batter.

The baking is where the magic happens. The pecan topping will bubble and set, while the brownie underneath stays soft and fudgy. Let them cool completely before slicing—this is key, because the filling needs time to firm up. Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts for neat squares.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Pecan Pie Brownies
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Pecan Pie Brownies

These Pecan Pie Brownies are pure indulgence—a fudgy, rich chocolate base topped with a gooey, caramel-like pecan filling that adds a delightful crunch. They're the perfect marriage of two classic desserts, and they always disappear fast at any gathering.

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Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time55 mins
Servings16 brownies
CourseDessert
Calories380 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Sift in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder, then stir until just combined. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  3. In another bowl, mix the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla until well combined. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  4. Pour the pecan mixture over the brownie batter, spreading it gently to cover the top.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is just slightly jiggly. Let cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra fudgy brownies, pull them out of the oven when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs—overbaking dries them out. Store these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months; just thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 380 kcalProtein: 5gCarbs: 42gFat: 22gFiber: 2g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.