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The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies

The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies

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Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies. This delightful recipe marries the deep chocolate flavor of homemade brownies with a gooey pecan pie topping, creating a perfect balance of sweet and salty. Ideal for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply enjoying a cozy evening at home, these brownies are sure to impress family and friends alike. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, you’ll find baking these treats both enjoyable and rewarding. Plus, they taste even better after chilling! Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tsp Espresso Powder
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup Light or Dark Brown Sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup Light Corn Syrup (for topping)
  • 1 Large Egg (slightly whisked, for topping)
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (for topping)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp Sea Salt Flakes (sprinkled on before baking)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan with flour-based spray.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and espresso powder.
  3. Mix unsalted butter, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; pour into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. While brownies bake, prepare pecan pie filling by heating sugars, corn syrup, whisked egg, butter, and vanilla until blended; stir in chopped pecans.
  7. Pour the filling over baked brownies; sprinkle sea salt on top and return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  8. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

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