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Decadent Bourbon Pecan Pie Brownies with Sea Salt

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A rich and fudgy brownie base topped with a sticky, nut-studded bourbon pecan pie layer finished with flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet and salty treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans, toasted
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) bourbon
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) light corn syrup (or maple syrup)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 3 tbsp (45g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • About 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan and line with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour brownie batter into prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine toasted pecans, bourbon, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well incorporated and shiny.
  7. Spread pecan topping evenly over brownie base.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until topping is set and bubbly at edges with a slight jiggle in the center. Rotate pan halfway through baking.
  9. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top.
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack (about 1 to 1.5 hours). Lift brownies out using parchment overhang, slice into squares, and serve.

Notes

Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes to enhance flavor. Use an oven thermometer to avoid overheating. Rotate pan halfway through baking for even cooking. Use a spatula dipped in warm water to spread the sticky pecan topping evenly. Do not skip flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet-salty balance. Avoid overmixing dry ingredients to keep brownies tender. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. For dairy-free, use coconut oil or vegan butter and plant-based milk alternatives.

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