Description
Rich chocolate brownies meet Southern classic pecan pie in this irresistible dessert mashup. Gooey chocolate layers merge with caramelized pecans, creating a luxurious treat that will satisfy serious sweet cravings and impress dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
Binding Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Baking Ingredients:
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl to ensure smooth, lump-free dry ingredients.
- Cream unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, creating a rich base for the brownies.
- Whisk eggs, vegetable oil, corn syrup, and vanilla extract into the butter mixture until thoroughly combined and glossy.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to maintain a smooth, velvety brownie batter without overmixing.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a uniform layer.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans generously across the top of the batter, ensuring even distribution for consistent nutty flavor in every bite.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour before lifting out using the parchment paper.
- Cut into squares and serve, enjoying the rich chocolate base and crunchy pecan topping.
Notes
- Toast pecans lightly before adding to enhance their nutty, rich flavor and release more aromatic oils for deeper taste complexity.
- Swap corn syrup with maple syrup or honey for a more natural sweetness and unique flavor profile that complements the chocolate.
- Check brownies early to prevent overcooking, as they continue baking slightly after removal from the oven, ensuring a fudgy, moist texture.
- Use gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version without compromising the dense, decadent brownie consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg