Pecan Pie Brownie Bombs
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required by the mix, usually eggs, oil, and water)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
For the Pecan Pie Filling:
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
For Assembly and Topping:
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Extra chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Brownie Batter:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, adding the extra 1/4 cup of flour to the mix. This helps thicken the batter.
Make the Pecan Pie Filling:
In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
Assemble the Brownie Bombs:
Grease a mini muffin tin. Spoon about a tablespoon of brownie batter into each cup. Add a teaspoon of pecan pie filling on top of the brownie batter. Cover the filling with another tablespoon of brownie batter.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the brownie bombs are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Topping:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
Finish and Serve:
Once the brownie bombs have cooled, drizzle the melted chocolate over the top and sprinkle with extra chopped pecans. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Variations
Nut-Free Brownie Bombs:
Replace the pecans with a nut-free alternative such as sunflower seeds or omit them entirely and use more chocolate chips.
Salted Caramel Brownie Bombs:
Add a dollop of salted caramel sauce to the center of each brownie bomb instead of the pecan pie filling.
Gluten-Free Brownie Bombs:
Use a gluten-free brownie mix and ensure that all other ingredients are gluten-free.
White Chocolate Brownie Bombs:
Replace the semi-sweet chocolate chips with white chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.
