Pecan Pie Brownies
When two heavens collide: Pecan Pie Brownies
I have two favourite guys in my life: my husband and my dad….well actually my son is also one of my favourites but he probably gets enough airtime on this blog so today, it’s all about Fraser and Dad.
Fraser’s knees buckle at the sight of chocolate. He is the Webster’s Dictionary definition of a chocoholic. My Dad doesn’t ever ask for much, but come the holiday, he pipes up with his annual request for pecan pie.
Can we talk about this magical fusion?! It’s the BEST. OF. BOTH. WORLDS!!
The best way to describe this dessert is irresistible. Your taste buds won’t know what to do with themselves. It’s got this chewy and gooey chocolate base from the boxed brownie and then the nutty, sweet and crunch of the pecan pie topping.
Make these pecan pie brownies for your next gathering or whip up a batch to share and gift.
Pecan Pie Brownies
Ingredients:
1 box of your favourite boxed brownie mix, you guys know I love my Ghirardelli!
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 egg
1 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper and spray with non-stick spray.
Prepare the boxed brownie mix according to package directions and bake for 15 minutes until the top is just set.
While that is baking, in a medium bowl, prepare the pecan pie topping: mix together the brown sugar, honey, melted butter, pinch of salt, egg and vanilla. Add the chopped pecans and fold to combine.
Pour the pecan mixture over the just set brownies and then return to the oven for another 20-25 minutes.
Allow everything to cool to room temperature before cutting the brownies into squares and enjoying!
I can’t wait for you to experience the chocolate-y goodness layered with this salty and nutty topping. It’s dessert perfection!
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