Pecan Pie Brownies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter.
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
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3/4 cup granulated sugar.
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
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2 large eggs, at room temperature.
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
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2 ounces dark chocolate, broken into pieces.
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1/2 cup brown sugar.
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2 large eggs.
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1 egg yolk.
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1/3 cup maple syrup.
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1/3 cup heavy cream.
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2 tablespoons salted butter, melted.
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
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1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped.
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Flaky sea salt.
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a 9×9 inch square pan with parchment paper.
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In the microwave, melt together the butter and 3/4 cup chocolate chips. Stir in the sugar, and vanilla.
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In a bowl whisk the eggs until bubbly on top, 1 minute. Whisk the eggs into the chocolate mixture, whisking until the chocolate turns thick and glossy.
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Stir in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and 1/4 cup chocolate chips, until just combined. Spread the mixture into the prepared pan.
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Bake 15-20 minutes, until the brownies are just set.
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Arrange the chocolate pieces over the brownie.
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Whisk together the brown sugar and 2 eggs, and 1 egg yolk until pale in color, about 3-4 minutes. Add the maple syrup and cream.
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Whisk in the melted butter and vanilla. Fold in the pecans. Gently pour the filling over the pre-baked brownie.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until barely set on top. If center is wiggly, continue baking another 20-25 minutes until melty set.
# Notes:
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You can use raw pecans or make toasted butter pecans for extra flavor.
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For toasted pecans: combine with bourbon, maple, brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon, then bake 8-10 minutes.