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Pecan Pie Brownies

bars and brownies· dessert· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites
October 19, 2020

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Pecan Pie Brownies – Brownies are topped with a sticky pecan pie filling to make for a chocolate dessert perfect for fall!

zoomed shot of pecan pie brownies, which one missing a bite and stacked on top of another

I think I have an obsession with pecan pie. I’ve featured two different recipe variations of pecan pie on this blog, plus numerous other recipes that celebrate the pecan. And on top of that, many of those pecan recipes feature chocolate, as well!

Chocolate and pecan pair so perfectly together. I don’t know what it is about the duo but it just works. So when I encountered this recipe for Pecan Pie Brownies on Pinterest, I knew immediately that I had to try it.

And let me tell you what… the recipe did NOT disappoint! Chewy brownie on the bottom and gooey pecan pie filling on top – the texture and flavor combinations are infinite! I think the gooey topping has to be my favorite part.

Before we get to the recipe, here are a few glamour shots.

photo of pecan pie brownies before being sliced
photo of sliced pecan pie brownies with one brownie removed
pecan pie brownies stacked on top of each other

How are these brownie made?

There are two main components to these brownies:

  1. Brownies on the bottom
  2. Pecan pie on the top
Brownies

There is nothing crazy or complicated about this brownie recipe. It uses only the necessary ingredients and can be made without a stand mixer. With the yummy pecan pie filling on top, we don’t need the brownies to be particularly spectacular. When those two components come together – that’s when the magic happens.

Of course you can simply substitute this recipe for your favorite brownie recipe – just make sure it only makes enough for a 8×8 or 9×9 pan.

direct photo of sliced pecan pie brownies
Pecan pie topping

This is the component of the recipe that transforms boring brownies to a stellar dessert. It’s super simple to make – just like pecan pie itself. The ingredients are mixed together over heat to help it come together. This is different from making pecan pie because it’s a little thicker and needs the help from the heat to mix.

Then we add a egg, which is the “glue” for the topping, and finally pour over baked brownies before finishing in the oven.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Make sure not to bake the brownies completely in the first part of the baking process. Otherwise, they will overbake and get too dry.
  2. It’s super important to let the pecan pie topping cool before adding the egg. You don’t want the egg to scramble before it’s baked on top of the brownies.
  3. The pecan pie topping won’t look like a lot and will barely cover the brownies. However, it will spread and grow during baking and leave a perfect gooey layer on the brownies. Trust me.
  4. Once the brownies are done cooking, they need to cool completely before cutting. Otherwise, you’ll create a stick mess when slicing them. You can always chill the brownies to speed up the process.
photos of stacked pecan pie brownies with a few pecans in the foreground
Print Recipe

Pecan Pie Brownies

Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time40 minutes mins
Resting time:2 hours hrs
Servings: 16 brownies

Ingredients

For the brownies:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 1½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
For the pecan pie topping;
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup light corn syrup
  • ¼ cup butter salted
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg whisked

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (325 degrees if you have a dark-colored pan). Line 9×9 square baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients from the brownies: flour, sugar, cocoa, espresso powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In medium bowl, whisk oil and sugar together. Add eggs, one at a time and whisk to combine. Add vanilla extract and whisk to combine. Add in all the dry ingredients and whisk together until mixture turns to a thick batter. Spread into greased 9×9 pan.
  • Bake brownies in preheated until almost done baking, about 20-25 minutes. In the meantime, make the pecan pie topping.
  • Combine pecan pie ingredients – EXCEPT egg and vanilla extract – in a medium sauce pan and place over medium heat. Once butter has melted and mixture has begun to bubble, remove from heat. Add vanilla extract and whisk together. Let mixture cool for 5 minutes and then whisk in the egg.
  • Once the brownies are done, remove from oven (but keep oven on!) and pour pecan pie topping over the top. Spread to edges so it's in one even layer. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the topping has bubbled up and slightly browned.
  • Remove from oven and let them cool completely before cutting, about 2 hours.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Beyond the Butter

Pin for later:

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Comments

  1. feer says

    February 6, 2025 at 2:13 am

    thanks for sharing, it’s so detailed, I can make it

    Reply
  2. Mrs. Braun says

    December 27, 2020 at 2:59 pm

    Hello Sharon, what a wonderful brownie recipe. I will try it next time.

    Reply
  3. Sharron E Taylor says

    November 21, 2020 at 9:11 pm

    can the recipe be doubled and made in a 9 x 13 pan

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      November 30, 2020 at 3:36 am

      Yes, definitely.

      Reply
  4. Natalie says

    October 26, 2020 at 10:16 am

    Oh my… these brownies look spectacular. Looks at that fudgy middle!!! Gosh, I wish for a slice right now. Seriously, I must make them today. Can’t wait!

    Reply
  5. Sam says

    October 26, 2020 at 12:56 am

    YUM this is the BEST combo. I am obsessed with pecan pie, but then you mention brownies… drooling. Pinning to try this week.

    Reply
  6. Tracy says

    October 25, 2020 at 11:23 pm

    It’s a pecan pie brownie love child!! Genius and so so so delicious. My family could not get enough! I can’t wait to make it again!

    Reply
  7. Tara says

    October 25, 2020 at 8:32 pm

    Pecan Pie in a brownie! Need I say more? So gooey and delicious-thanks for this recipe!

    Reply
  8. Jacqueline Debono says

    October 25, 2020 at 12:26 pm

    I agree pecans and chocolate is a scrumptious combo. These pecan pie brownies look glorious. Bookmarking to make asap!

    Reply
  9. Paige says

    October 24, 2020 at 10:26 am

    Yummy….I love these kind of recipes that take classic flavors and are make slightly different. This is a keeper!

    Reply
  10. Debbie says

    October 23, 2020 at 11:34 pm

    Wait ..You have combined two of my favorite dessert in one fabulous dessert. My birthday is next week, I don’t want a cake . I want pecan pie brownies!

    Reply
  11. Kushigalu says

    October 23, 2020 at 9:53 pm

    Love pecan pie and this is an amazing combo. Great recipe and looks so delicious. A perfect treat for fall!

    Reply
  12. Cassie says

    October 20, 2020 at 9:29 am

    These look so delicious I wish you had your own bakery here in my town! I am going to have to try your recipe. YUM!

    Reply
  13. Mimi says

    October 20, 2020 at 4:17 am

    I love brownies and I love pecan so I definitely need to give these a go!

    Reply
  14. Flordeliz Fullo | angelfloree.com says

    October 20, 2020 at 1:29 am

    This looks so delicious and great! I hope I could learn more about baking to take this recipe by heart. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Sadia Malik says

    October 20, 2020 at 1:16 am

    all the delicious items in one – brownies, pecan pie and espresso flavored yum!

    Reply
  16. Suzy says

    October 20, 2020 at 12:00 am

    This is heavenly! The flavor of the pecans in the topping goes so well with the brownie layer!

    Reply
  17. Wanda says

    October 19, 2020 at 11:18 pm

    I have an obsession with pecan pie too! Now I know I need to make these, they look fantastic!

    Reply
  18. Valerie says

    October 19, 2020 at 10:30 pm

    Wow do they look moist and gooey, like a brownie should! I think my Mom would love these, she loves brownies and pecan pie.

    Reply
  19. Aimee Mars says

    October 19, 2020 at 8:28 pm

    Pecan pie is my absolute favorite pie and I’ve never thought to combine it into a brownie! What a great recipe. I can’t wait to make these.

    Reply
  20. Amber Myers says

    October 19, 2020 at 8:08 pm

    I am drooling. These look incredible. I will be trying them out for sure.

    Reply
  21. Lori Geurin says

    October 19, 2020 at 7:54 pm

    I cannot wait to bake this for Thanksgiving. It looks so delicious and my family loves pecan everything! Such a creative combo!

    Reply
  22. Eva says

    October 19, 2020 at 2:04 pm

    What a genius combo, and look at the amazing texture of the brownies! Very important indeed not to overbake, but even failing the recipe I wouldn’t maind a “brownie crust pecan pie” 😀

    Reply
  23. Gloria says

    October 19, 2020 at 1:22 pm

    Well isn’t this a sweet tooth lovers dream? I know a few people that would love this for dessert. Great for the holiday treat tray.

    Reply

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