Gooey Black Bottom Pecan Pie Brownies Recipe
These Gooey Black Bottom Pecan Pie Brownies combine rich, fudgy brownies with a luscious pecan pie topping. The result is a decadent dessert featuring a chocolate base topped with a sweet, buttery pecan layer that’s gooey in the center and perfectly set on the edges—a perfect treat for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Base
- 2 (18.3 oz) boxes dark chocolate or fudge brownie mix
- Ingredients required for the brownie mix (usually eggs, oil, and water as per box instructions)
Pecan Pie Topping
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- 1½ cups light corn syrup
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2½ cups pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Base: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix instructions. Prepare the brownie batter using the box directions and pour into a greased 13×9 or 10×14 inch baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly underbaked to ensure gooeyness.
- Make Pecan Pie Topping: While the brownies bake, cream the dark brown sugar and softened butter together using a hand or stand mixer until smooth. Gradually add the light corn syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon, mixing until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Combine & Top: Remove the partially baked brownies from the oven and immediately pour the pecan pie topping evenly over the surface. Spread or gently work the topping to the edges of the pan. It’s normal if some brownie batter peeks through in the center.
- Bake with Topping: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 40 minutes, or until the pecan layer is mostly set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan so the pecan topping firms up. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality brownie mix for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the butter for the topping is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting to avoid the topping from sliding off.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For added texture, roughly chop half of the pecans and leave the remainder whole for the topping.
Keywords: pecan pie brownies, gooey brownies, pecan dessert, chocolate brownies, holiday dessert
