Description
Indulgent pecan pie brownie bites merge classic Southern comfort with chocolate decadence, creating a miniature dessert that promises pure bliss. Small yet luxurious morsels deliver rich nutty sweetness and intense chocolate depth you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
Binding and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (total)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Flavor and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C) and readying a mini muffin tin with non-stick spray or paper liners.
- Create the brownie base by whisking melted butter with granulated sugar until smooth, then incorporating eggs and vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Integrate dry ingredients by sifting flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined without overmixing.
- Craft the decadent pecan topping by blending brown sugar, melted butter, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans into a rich, caramelized mixture.
- Distribute brownie batter evenly into muffin cups, filling approximately three-quarters full, then carefully top each with a generous spoonful of the pecan mixture.
- Transfer the prepared tin to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until brownie edges firm up and pecan topping turns golden and slightly bubbly.
- Allow brownie bites to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Enhance presentation by optional dusting with powdered sugar or drizzling with caramel sauce for an extra indulgent finish.
Notes
- Prevent Overmixing: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the brownie batter to maintain a tender, fudgy texture and avoid tough brownies.
- Customize Nut Options: Swap pecans with walnuts, almonds, or macadamia nuts for a unique flavor twist that suits your taste preferences.
- Make Gluten-Free: Replace regular flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to accommodate those with wheat sensitivities.
- Control Sweetness: Reduce the sugar slightly or use a natural sweetener like maple syrup for a less intense sweet profile that balances the rich chocolate and nutty flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 38 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg