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Decadent Derby Pie Brownies with Pecans and Bourbon

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Rich, fudgy brownies infused with bourbon and loaded with crunchy pecans and gooey chocolate chips, perfect for a cozy dessert or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and bourbon until the batter is glossy and smooth.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a rubber spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  8. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Remove from oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before cutting.

Notes

If edges brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. For gooey brownies, check at 30 minutes; for firmer brownies, bake closer to 35 minutes. Let brownies cool fully before slicing for clean cuts. For gluten-free, substitute almond or gluten-free flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and dairy-free chocolate chips. Bourbon extract can replace bourbon for less alcohol.

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