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The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies

The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies

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Indulge in The Best Salted Pecan Pie Brownies—a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of fudgy chocolate brownies with a gooey pecan pie topping. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet and salty, making these brownies a perfect treat for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy nights at home. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up this decadent dessert in no time. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these mouthwatering brownie pie hybrids!

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 pecan topping)
  • 1/4 cup Light or Dark Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (for pecan topping)
  • 1/4 cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 1 Large Egg (slightly whisked, for pecan topping)
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (for pecan topping)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (for pecan topping)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans
  • 1 tbsp Sea Salt Flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together butter, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well blended.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients without overmixing.
  5. Spread brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the pecan topping by mixing sugars, corn syrup, egg, butter, vanilla, and chopped pecans in a saucepan.
  7. Pour the topping over baked brownies and sprinkle with sea salt before returning to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  8. Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.

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