German Chocolate Pecan Brownies (Print Version)
Decadent chocolate brownies topped with coconut pecan custard, blending sweetness and crunch in every bite.
# Ingredients:
→ Brownie Base
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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8 ounces semisweet or German baking chocolate, chopped
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
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4 large eggs, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
→ Coconut Pecan Topping
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1 cup evaporated milk
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3 large egg yolks, lightly whisked
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
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1 cup pecans, chopped and lightly toasted
→ Optional Garnish
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Extra toasted pecans
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Drizzle of melted chocolate
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350 °F. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for removal. Lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
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In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt unsalted butter with chopped chocolate, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
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Whisk granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted chocolate mixture. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour, sea salt, and cocoa powder. Gently fold the dry mixture into wet ingredients until just combined.
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Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 22 to 28 minutes or until center is just set. Cool completely on a wire rack.
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Combine evaporated milk, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and butter in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened to a custard-like consistency, about 8 to 12 minutes.
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Remove custard from heat. Stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and toasted pecans. Cool slightly to thicken.
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Spread coconut pecan topping evenly over cooled brownies. Refrigerate for a minimum of 45 minutes to set topping before slicing.
# Notes:
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For clean slices, refrigerate until fully set and use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts.