As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Buttery Pecan Chocolate Brownies with Toasted Nuts and Rich Cocoa Flavour
These Buttery Pecan Chocolate Brownies with toasted nuts and rich cocoa are soft, fudgy, and easy to make at home.
Why you will love and enjoy these Buttery Pecan Chocolate Brownies
- Toasting the pecans adds a deep, nutty flavour that really stands out
- You get that soft centre with a slightly crisp top
- It’s simple, no fancy steps, just good baking that works
Rich cocoa brownies with buttery pecan crunch.
Print
Buttery Pecan Chocolate Brownies
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooling Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 depending on size 1x
- Category: Cake Cupcakes Cookies and Tarts
- Method: Easy baking
Description
These brownies come out rich, slightly fudgy, and packed with toasted pecan flavour. The little step of browning the nuts makes a big difference, so don’t skip it.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 cup pecan nuts
- 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate
- 1 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs, room temp
- 2 tsp vanilla essence
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa, sifted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350⁰F (180⁰C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13 baking tray or line it with parchment.
- In a pan, melt 1 Tbsp butter, then add 1 cup of pecans and 1/2 tsp of sea salt.
- Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pecans are lightly browned.
- Set aside to cool slightly. Remove about 12 whole pecans for topping, then roughly chop the rest.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt 1 1/4 cups of butter with 1/2 cup of unsweetened chocolate.
- While still warm, whisk in 1 cup sugar and 3/4 cup brown sugar until smooth and a bit glossy.
- Add 3 eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Stir in 2 tsp vanilla essence.
- Add 1 cup of flour and gently fold it in with a spatula. Mix, just until you don’t see dry streaks.
- Sift in 1/4 cup cocoa and fold again until combined.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into your prepared tray and smooth the top.
- Press the reserved 12 pecans lightly on top.
- Bake for about 18 to 22 minutes.
- The centre should feel just set and slightly soft when touched. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
- Let it cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Equipment
Buy Now → Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Melanie
That moment when the smell of toasted pecans hits before the brownies are even out of the oven changes everything. Buttery Pecan Chocolate Brownies come together simply but taste like you put in extra effort.
Buttery Pecan Chocolate Brownies stand out because of the simple step of toasting the pecans, which adds a deeper flavour and a bit of crunch to every bite. The texture hits a nice balance between soft and set, making each slice feel satisfying without being too heavy.
Thanks for dropping in and checking out the recipes and what’s on offer.
Thanks for dropping in and checking out the recipes and what’s on offer.
If you try out this delightful recipe, please let me know, rate it, and tag me on Instagram at @_esmesalon. I’m excited to see your amazing recreations, and I’m hooked on those mouthwatering photos!
We happily share our tasty and fantastic recipes and are excited to spread some love by sharing our posts at these awesome Linky Parties.
Copyright © 2026 esmesalon.com – All rights reserved.
Yummmmy!
Thank you. Will pass your message to Melanie.
Sweet Satan’s sister you are just killing me… i must stay an my diet *press link* “saved for later”
So so sorry, but keep it for later and let me know how it turns out. All the best with your diet.