Pecan Pie Brownies
A rich, decadent dessert that layers fudgy brownies with gooey pecan pie topping—perfect for holidays or anytime you need a sweet treat.
Equipment
- - 13×9-inch baking pan
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
Ingredients
- - 1 box brownie mix for 13×9-inch pan
- - Eggs oil, water as listed on brownie box
- - 1 cup granulated sugar
- - 1½ cups light corn syrup
- - 4 large eggs
- - ¼ cup unsalted butter
- - 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- - 2 cups pecans roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven as directed on brownie box.
- Prepare and pour brownie batter into a greased 13×9-inch pan. Bake for half the recommended time.
- While baking, make pecan pie filling: combine sugar, corn syrup, eggs, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly for 15–20 minutes until thickened. Add pecans, cook 2–3 minutes more.
- Remove brownies from oven, pour filling on top, and spread evenly.
- Return to oven and bake for 25–30 minutes or until the center slightly jiggles.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Let brownies cool fully before slicing for clean cuts.
- Optional: Add bourbon or sea salt for extra flavor.
- Optional: Add bourbon or sea salt for extra flavor.