Desserts

Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies

Chocolate chip brownies are my all time favorite! Add in some crunchy pecans, and I will swoon over them for days. Give this easy and simple Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies recipe a try today! These fudgy brownies are…

chocolate chip brownies

Chocolate chip brownies are my all time favorite! Add in some crunchy pecans, and I will swoon over them for days. Give this easy and simple Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies recipe a try today!

platter of pecan chocolate chip brownies with bowl of pecans

These fudgy brownies are stuffed with sweet chocolate morsels and pecans in every bite! Serve them with a scoop of homemade ice cream, on a dessert tray with some chewy cookies, or on their own.

This Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies recipe is…

  • Made with simple ingredients
  • Easily doubled
  • A chocolate lovers dessert
  • Freezer-friendly
  • Homemade from scratch

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How to Make Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies

how to make pecan chocolate chip brownies collage
  1. Prep pan and preheat oven.
  2. Mix egg, butter, sugar, and vanilla together for 2-3 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, mix together dry ingredients.
  4. Slowly incorporate dry mix with wet brownie batter.
  5. Fold in the nuts and chocolate chips.
  6. Pour batter into the baking dish.
  7. Bake, allow to cool, then slice and serve.

Full directions for how to make Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Tips & Tricks for Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies

tray of pecan chocolate chip brownies with one piece coming out

Mixing Batter

You do not need a mixer to make this recipe. Grab a whisk, and mix it by hand! Whisking by hand makes for less cleanup and it's quite easy.

Parchment Paper

Lining the pan with parchment paper will keep the brownies from sticking to the pan. Once baked, grab the edge of parchment paper and lift up. This will make it easy to remove and cut.

Variations to Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies

stack of pecan chocolate chip brownies on a small plate

Chocolate Chips

You can use white chocolate chips, semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or any other flavor you prefer. You could also chop up a chocolate bar instead of chips for bigger chunks.

Nuts

You could swap the pecans for walnuts or another variety of nut. Or, if you're not into nuts, go right ahead and leave them out.

Mix-In Items

Toss in some chopped candy bars, cookies, etc.! Brownies are a wonderful base that can be filled with other ingredients to change up the flavor.

Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies FAQs

eating a piece of pecan chocolate chip brownies with fork

How should you store the leftover brownies?

You can store your brownies in an airtight container on the counter. They will store for around a week, but after that, they will begin to dry out.

Can you freeze these brownies?

These brownies freeze beautifully! Just slice them up or leave them whole and toss in the freezer for 2-3 months. When you want a brownie, just remove it and allow it to thaw on the counter at room temperature.

Does this brownie recipe double well?

Yes, you are welcome to double the brownies by using a larger baking dish. Or you can use two smaller ones and batch cook if they both won't both fit in the oven at the same time.

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Recipe

Recipe

Pecan and Chocolate Chip Brownies

  • Yield Servings 16 small brownies
  • Prep Prep Time 10 mins
  • Cook Cook Time 30 mins
  • Total Total Time 40 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a 8x8" baking pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the sugar, butter, and vanilla and cream together until smooth.

  3. 3

    In a separate mixing bowl, mix together the flour and cocoa powder.

  4. 4

    Add the wet and dry ingredients together and mix until a smooth batter forms.

  5. 5

    Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.

  6. 6

    Mix until well combined.

  7. 7

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.

  8. 8

    Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set. Cool to room temperature before cutting and serving.