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The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies

The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies for Sweet Indulgence

Indulge in The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies, a blend of fudgy chocolate and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Use high-quality cocoa
  • 1 tsp Espresso Powder Substituted with instant coffee if unavailable
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Can use margarine as substitute
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil Can swap with melted coconut oil
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for core flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract For depth of flavor
  • 0.5 cup Light/Dark Brown Sugar Can be interchanged with coconut sugar
For the Pecan Topping
  • 0.5 cup Light Corn Syrup Can be substituted with maple syrup
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Almonds can be used for a different flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Sea Salt Flakes Optional but enhances sweetness

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Stand Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, cocoa powder, and espresso powder.
  3. Cream unsalted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 3-4 minutes. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
  6. For the pecan topping, combine corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, flour, and egg in a saucepan, stirring until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans. Let cool for a couple of minutes.
  8. Spread the pecan topping over the baked brownie base and return to the oven for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Cool completely on a wire rack, then chill for 30-60 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, ensure brownies are slightly underbaked and chilled before slicing.

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