Description
This decadent Chocolate Pecan Cobbler features a rich brownie base topped with a luscious mixture of chopped pecans, butter, maple syrup, and warm spices, baked to perfection. It’s a perfect dessert for gatherings, combining the nutty crunch of pecans with the deep chocolate flavor of brownies in a comforting cobbler format.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 pound unsalted chopped pecans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
Brownie Base
- 16 ounces boxed brownie mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cobbler.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the boxed brownie mix with the 1 cup melted unsalted butter. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and consistent.
- Mix the Filling: In a separate saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of flour and cook for a minute to form a roux. Gradually add 1 cup water while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in maple syrup, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Simmer gently until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Beat the 4 large eggs and 4 teaspoons vanilla extract in a bowl. Slowly whisk the cooled syrup mixture into the eggs to temper them and combine thoroughly.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Pour the brownie batter evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the brownie batter. Pour the pecan filling mixture gently and evenly on top of the pecans and brownie batter.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish into the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden and bubbly. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. This helps the cobbler set further and makes it easier to cut into squares.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts or other nuts if pecans are not available.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Make sure to let the filling cool before combining with eggs to prevent cooking the eggs prematurely.
- If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the brown sugar by a quarter cup.
- Ensure your brownie mix is fresh for the best texture and flavor.
