Pecan Pie Brownies Recipe
Pecan pie brownies are rich and fudgy brownies topped with a gooey, homemade maple pecan pie filling. This brownie pecan pie is easy to make and creates the most delicious and decadent holiday dessert.
Equipment
- 1 9x9 (23 cm) pan (aluminum recommended)
- 1 sheet parchment paper
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 sauce pan
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
- 18.3 oz. "family size" box brownie mix
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup (120 ml) neutral oil
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
Pecan Pie Filling
- ¼ cup (57 g), 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced
- ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar
- ½ cup (120 ml) maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoons salt
- 2 cups (190 g) pecans, roungly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 F (163 C) for 20 - 30 minutes before baking the brownies. Line an 9 x 9 pan with parchment paper along the bottom and two sides.
- In a large mixing bowl whisk the brownie mix with the eggs, oil and water until smooth and well combined. Pour the brownie mix into the prepared pan. Bake the brownies for 25 minutes. The top should be almost dry. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few wet crumbs. This is fine as the brownies will bake again. Once the brownies are done par-baking remove the brownies from the oven and increase the temperature to 350 F (177 C).18.3 oz. "family size" box brownie mix, 2 large eggs, room temperature, ½ cup (120 ml) neutral oil , ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- While the brownies bake, make the pecan pie filling. Add butter, light brown sugar, maple syrup, heavy cream, cornstarch, salt and vanilla extract to a sauce pan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat . Stir fairly frequently while the mixture heats up. Once the mixture begins to boil, reduce the temperature to low - medium heat. Simmer for about 2- 3 more minutes. Remove the sauce pan from the heat and stir in the pecans.¼ cup (57 g), 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced , ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, ½ cup (120 ml) maple syrup, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream, 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract , 1 teaspoon cornstarch, ½ teaspoons salt, 2 cups (190 g) pecans, roungly chopped
- As soon as the brownies are finished par-baking, pour the pecan pie filling on top of the brownies. Return the brownies to a 350 F (177 C) oven.Bake the pecan pie topped brownies for another 25 - 30 minutes. Signs the pecan pie brownies are finished baking are a set, edges that have slightly pulled away from the edge of the pan and the fully bubbling pecan pie topping.
- Remove the brownies with pecan pie filling to cool at room temperature for 1 hour. Cover and transfer the brownies to the fridge to chill and fully set for another 60 - 90 minutes in the fridge.
- When it’s time to serve, use the parchment overhang to remove the brownies from the pan, slice and enjoy. For the cleanest brownie slices, use a knife that is as long or almost as long as the brownies. Press firmly down and gently pull the knife up. Wipe the knife clean before repeating any additional cuts for the brownie slices.
Notes
Store: Once the brownies have cooled completely to room temperature, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week. For longer storage, transfer to the freezer.
Tip: This recipe was created using an 9 x 9 aluminum pan. If needed, use a 9 inch (23 cm) springform pan. If you are using a glass baking dish, lower the baking temperature to 325 F (163 C) and bake for up to 10 minutes longer for each baking time. Please note that when baking in a glass pan, the edges may bake faster than the middle. This recipe has not been tested using a glass pan.
Tip: This recipe for pecan pie brownies uses maple syrup and cornstarch. Combining maple syrup with cornstarch gives the final texture that’s similar to corn syrup, but with maple flavor. If you prefer to use corn syrup, use an equal amount of light corn syrup ½ cup (120 ml) in place of the maple syrup and cornstarch.
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