Chewy, nutty Pecan Pie Blondies are the perfect Fall treat!
Ingredients
For the Blondies:
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Pecan Pie layer:
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
¼ cup light corn syrup
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup unsalted butter
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup pecans, chopped
½ cup milk chocolate morsels, melted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
For the blondies layer: in a large mixing bowl combine the brown sugar with the melted butter. Add in egg, vanilla and salt. Mix until blended. Add in flour, stirring just until combined.
Pour batter into prepared baking dish. Set aside.
For the pecan pie layer: In a small saucepan over medium high heat, combine the brown sugar, Karo corn syrup, heavy cream, butter and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously, boil for 1 full minute. Remove from heat and add the almond extract and chopped pecans.
Pour over batter in dish. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove and cool completely. Drizzle with melted chocolate.
For best slicing, refrigerate for an hour first. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. ENJOY.