Description
Pecan pie brownie bites merge classic Southern sweetness with rich chocolate indulgence, creating a bite-sized dessert that delights taste buds. Chocolate lovers will savor these mini treats, packed with nutty crunch and silky brownie texture perfect for any gathering or sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Liquid & Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry & Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Craft the Brownie Foundation by heating the oven to 350°F and preparing a mini muffin tin with liners or generous grease.
- Create a silky brownie base by whisking melted butter with sugar, then incorporating eggs and vanilla until the mixture becomes glossy and uniform.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a separate vessel, then gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, ensuring minimal stirring to maintain a tender texture.
- Distribute the brownie batter evenly into muffin cups, filling each approximately halfway, and bake for 10-12 minutes until a toothpick reveals a slightly fudgy interior.
- While brownies rest, construct the pecan pie topping by vigorously whisking corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla into a harmonious liquid.
- Fold pecans into the syrupy mixture, guaranteeing each nut is luxuriously coated.
- Crown each brownie bite with a tablespoon of pecan filling, strategically placing nuts for maximum visual and flavor appeal.
- Return the enhanced bites to the oven, allowing the pecan layer to caramelize and set for 12-15 minutes.
- Permit the delectable morsels to cool completely within the tin, enabling the layers to stabilize and intensify their rich, decadent characteristics.
- Liberate the pecan pie brownie bites from the tin and serve, celebrating the magnificent fusion of chocolatey decadence and nutty sweetness.
Notes
- Choose high-quality dark cocoa powder for deeper, richer chocolate flavor that complements the sweet pecan topping.
- Lightly toast pecans before adding to the filling to enhance their nutty, caramel-like characteristics and release more complex flavors.
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure smoother batter integration and more consistent baking results.
- Avoid overmixing brownie batter to prevent tough, dense texture; fold ingredients gently until just combined.
- Line mini muffin tin with parchment paper cups for easier removal and cleaner presentation of bite-sized treats.
- Gluten-free option: Substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free baking blend for celiac-friendly version.
- Make ahead and store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg