Fudgy, nutty, and incredibly decadent, Pecan Pie Brownies are a dream mashup of two beloved desserts. A rich, chocolatey brownie base is topped with a gooey pecan pie layer, creating a dessert that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want to wow a crowd.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr5 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr20 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12servings
Calories: 410kcal
Equipment
9-inch springform pan
Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
1canCooking spray
18ozFudge brownie mix(e.g., Duncan Hines®)
1/2cupVegetable oil
2largeEggs
1/4cupWater
Pecan Pie Layer
1/2cupBrown sugar(light or dark)
1/3cupLight corn syrup(or honey)
2largeEggs
1tablespoonBourbon(optional)
2teaspoonsVanilla extract
1/2teaspoonSea salt
1/4cupUnsalted buttermelted and slightly cooled
2cupsPecan halves
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with foil and coat with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine brownie mix, oil, eggs, and water. Stir until smooth. Pour into the prepared pan.
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove from oven but keep the oven on.
In another bowl, whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, bourbon (if using), vanilla, and sea salt. Slowly whisk in melted butter. Stir in pecan halves.
Carefully pour the pecan mixture over the partially baked brownie base and spread evenly.
Return to oven and bake an additional 30–35 minutes, until the topping is set.
Let cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting. Slice and serve.
Notes
Use a springform pan or a deep 9-inch baking pan to accommodate the layers. For clean slices, chill before cutting and wipe your knife clean between cuts.