Indulgent, bite-size treats combining gooey pecan pie filling with fudgy brownies, perfect for parties and holiday gatherings.
Author:Sarah Peterson
Prep Time:25 min
Cook Time:30 min
Total Time:55 min
Yield:36 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 box (18.3 oz) brownie mix
Ingredients called for on brownie mix box (eggs, oil, water)
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
Instructions
Prepare brownie batter according to box directions. Stir in chopped pecans.
Press brownie mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
Bake according to brownie mix directions. Let cool completely.
While brownies cool, prepare the pecan pie filling: In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Once brownies are cool, crumble them into a large bowl. Add the pecan pie filling mixture and mix until well combined.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill the brownie balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
Dip each brownie ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Return to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Let the chocolate set completely before serving.
Notes
For a smoother chocolate coating, add a teaspoon of vegetable shortening to the chocolate chips before melting.
Store these brownie bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
These are great make-ahead treats for holiday dessert trays.