German Chocolate Pecan Brownies

Creamy, fudgy, and topped with a toasty pecan crunch—these German Chocolate Pecan Brownies are the ultimate comfort dessert.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Brownies, Chocolate, Easy

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Servings: servings

Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

9x13-inch Baking Pan
Saucepan
Mixing Bowl
Spatula

Ingredients

1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces Semisweet chocolate, chopped
1.5 cups Granulated sugar
4 large Eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
1 cup All-purpose flour
1 cup Pecans, chopped Plus extra for sprinkling if desired
0.5 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. Line with parchment for easy removal if you like.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and semisweet chocolate together, stirring until smooth. Keep the heat low to avoid scorching.
Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar until well combined and slightly glossy. Let the mixture cool for a minute so it doesn’t cook the eggs.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. A wooden spoon or rubber spatula works fine; aim for a smooth, slightly shiny batter.
Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix; small streaks of flour are okay.
Fold in the chopped pecans gently so they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. If desired, scatter a few extra pecan pieces on top for a pretty finish.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Check at 25 minutes to prevent overbaking.
Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving. Cooling helps the brownies set and makes clean slices easier.

Notes

Store cooled brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you live in a warm or humid climate, refrigerate and bring to room temperature before serving. To freeze, wrap individual squares tightly and place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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