Description
These German Chocolate Pecan Brownies combine the fudgy richness of classic brownies with the decadent topping of German chocolate cake. A gooey coconut-pecan layer sits on a soft chocolate base, creating the ultimate dessert bar. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a sweet craving fix. This easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for those looking for quick dessert ideas, indulgent treats, and chocolatey food ideas.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
2 egg yolks
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment or lightly grease it.
2. In a saucepan, melt 1 cup butter. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups sugar and 1 cup cocoa powder. Let cool slightly.
3. Whisk in 3 eggs and 2 tsp vanilla extract. Add 1 cup flour and ½ tsp salt. Mix just until combined.
4. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake 22–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool.
5. For the topping, combine 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 2 egg yolks, and ½ cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until thick and bubbling, about 5–6 minutes.
6. Remove from heat. Stir in ¼ cup butter, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 cup shredded coconut, and 1 cup chopped pecans. Let cool for 5 minutes.
7. Spread topping evenly over the cooled brownies. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
Let the topping cool slightly before spreading for easier handling.
Toasting pecans enhances the nutty flavor.
Use parchment paper for clean removal and slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 57mg
Keywords: german chocolate brownies, pecan brownies, easy dessert, chocolate bars, holiday treat