Everything you love about Brownies and Pecan Pie comes together in this decadent Pecan Pie Brownies Recipe. Moist brownies with swirls of decadent pecan pie make this luscious dessert irresistible.
Brownies are a favorite family dessert. We all love them, and we also absolutely love pecan pie. Combine both of these and you get this amazing Pecan Pie Brownies Recipe.
The chocolate with the pecan pie mixture really makes this brownie decadent. This is also a delicious Thanksgiving Dessert.
You might also like this easy Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe, Paula Deen Pecan Pie Recipe or Pecan Pie Cookies. It is another easy recipe with lots of chocolate and pecan pie mixed together for a great pie.
Try all of our Pecan Desserts. Make sure to check out Butter Pecan Cookies, Karo Syrup Pecan Pie Recipe, Texas Pecan Pie and Pecan Pie Bars.
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Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy Dessert Recipe – This dessert combines both of our favorite flavors of pecan pie and brownies.
- Quick to Make – If you are looking for an impressive dessert this holiday, make this quick dessert.
- Texture – This brownie and pecan pie filling combined make the best fudgy, chocolate, chewy flavoring.
Ingredients
- Boxed Brownie Mix. Make sure it is for a 9X13 pan of brownies.
- Brown Sugar. Light or dark brown sugar is good to use. Also, try Homemade Brown Sugar Recipe.
- Vanilla. I suggest using pure vanilla extract. Using better quality ingredients results in a better final product.
- Butter. Make sure to use real butter. This will be melted before using.
- Salt. Helps to cut down on the sweetness.
- Pecan Halves. Chopped into pieces.
Get the complete ingredients for this recipe at the bottom of the page.
Additions and Substitutions
- Corn Syrup Substitute – If you are out of corn syrup, use honey or maple syrup instead.
- Use Different Nuts – You can easily add in sliced almonds for added flavor.
- Chocolate Chip – If you love chocolate as much as I do, mix in some chocolate chips.
- Cool Whip – Serve with some cool whip or homemade whipped cream.
How to Make Pecan Pie Brownies
- Step 1. Prepare Oven – First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2. Mix together the brownies according to the package instructions. Then pour the brownie batter into a baking pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray or lined with parchment paper. Bake for half of the time listed on the back of the box.
Step 3. Make the pecan mixture while the brownies are baking. Whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, large eggs, vanilla, melted butter and salt until combined.
Step 4. Next, stir in the pecan halves in the pecan pie filling.
Step 5. Finally, pour the pecan filling evenly over the half-cooked brownies. Finish baking with the toppings for 30 to 35 minutes until cooked through. Allow to cool and serve with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream.
Storage
These pecan pie brownies can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Make sure they are stored in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap. If stored in the refrigerator they will last about a week.
Pro Tips
- Chocolate Brownie Mix – When mixing the brownie ingredients together, don’t overmix. This causes the brownie to be to hard.
- Brownie – Cooking time will vary based on the type of pan you use. Adjust the time accordingly.
- Cooking Brownie – Make sure not to skip the step to cook brownies for half the time before adding the pecan pie topping. This will ensure that you the brownie gets cooked.
- Toasted Pecans – If you prefer you can toast the pecans. It is not necessary but some say that this enhances the pecan flavoring.
- Cool Completely – Before slicing the pecan pie brownies, we recommend cooling completely. You may even need to place in the refrigerator. This will help to get a clean cut for the pecan pie brownies.
FAQs
Using corn syrup gives the pecan pie filing a sweet syrup in recipes. If you are out of corn syrup another option, you can use is agave syrup or maple syrup. Honey is also a good option if you prefer.
Yes, you can white sugar as a substitute for brown sugar. You can also mix the two as long as it equals to one cup.
Yes, you can make brownies with your favorite homemade recipe if desired.
These Pecan Pie Brownies can be placed in the freezer. Make sure to store in a freezer safe container and they will still be fresh up to two months. When you are ready to thaw, just place on the counter.
More Easy Brownie Recipes
- Brownie Cookies
- One Bowl Brownies
- Easy Cheesecake Brownies Recipe
- S’mores Brownie Recipe
- Red Velvet Brownies Recipe
Try this amazing recipe for Pecan Pie Brownies. I can’t wait to hear all about it so please leave a comment!
Pecan Pie Brownies
Ingredients
- Brownie Mix for a 9X13 pan of brownies Or you can use this recipe – https://dessertsonadime.com/one-bowl-brownies/
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 2 tsp Vanilla
- 1/4 cup Butter Melted
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 cups Pecan Halves Chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Make the brownies in the 9X13 pan based on the package instructions.
- Bake for half of the time listed on the back of the box.
- While brownies are baking, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, butter and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Stir in the pecan halves.
- Pour this pecan filling evenly over the half cooked brownies.
- Finish baking the brownies with the toppings for 25-30 minutes until the filling is cooked through.
- Allow for them cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy!
