I've always wanted to make a double layer pie. This autumn I've made it a goal to expand my pie repertoire, so I thought I'd try something layered with chocolate. Growing up we often went to my great aunt Ina's house for Thanksgiving. My grandmother and her sister live right next door to each other, so after appetizers at my grandma's we'd all head over to Ina's for a big get together and meal. (P.S. Elsie and I have dreams of living next door like this some day too!).
There are two things I remember most from these Thanksgivings: honey butter and Mississippi Mud pie. I can't quite remember how or who made the Mississippi Mud pie every year but as an avid chocolate lover my 9 year-old self (and 10, 11, and 12...) could never resist that chocolaty layered pie. I didn't yet understand the beauty of a pumpkin or apple pie and I wouldn't even consider them if chocolate was in the room. So, of course, I had to try out a chocolate pie this season. I decided to combine two favorites: pecan pie and brownies. The results are pretty tasty (although I must say, I'm still feeling the spiced bourbon apple pie!).
Brownie Pecan Pie, makes one.
Needed: pie crust (store bought or make your own, I used a store bought one this time), brownie mix + ingredients called for, 1 cup chopped pecans plus more for the top, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 3/4 up light corn syrup, 1 tablespoon melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
In a bowl mix together the brownie mix and any additional ingredients your package calls for. I had bought a small brownie mix but I still only used 2/3 of the batter. What to do with extra brownie batter? Hmm... Pour the batter into your prepared pie crust. In another bowl mix together the eggs, sugar, corn syrup, butter and vanilla. Stir in 1 cup of chopped pecans. Pour over the brownie batter layer. Now decorate the top with a layer of pecan halves. This is optional but really adds to the look of the pie. Cover the top of the pie with aluminum foil (poke a small hole in the center) and bake at 350 F for 45 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and continue baking for another 30-40 minutes. I allowed the very center of my pie to be a little undercooked because that's how I like my brownies too. But if you're not into that then just adjust your bake time. You can always insert a toothpick in the center of the pie to check if it's done.
P.S. I'm gonna have to ask my grandma about that Mississippi Mud pie this Thanksgiving. Gonna have to track down that family recipe. :) xo. Emma
Pecan pie is my favorite!!
Posted by: Colleen | September 28, 2012 at 01:52 PM
This looks incredible! I've been searching for a perfect pecan pie recipe... I'll have to try this one out! It's not the classic recipe that I've been looking for, but an awesome variant...
Posted by: LDiggitty | September 28, 2012 at 01:58 PM
This looks awesome. Will have to try this! My mouth was watering as I read the post.
Posted by: Valerie | September 28, 2012 at 01:59 PM
good grief, that looks incredible!
Posted by: Lisa Coffee | September 28, 2012 at 02:05 PM
This looks so good. I've never seen 'corn syrup' in any shops in England, does it go by any other name? I'd love to try this nutty chocolatey yumminess!Rx
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Posted by: Rachael | September 28, 2012 at 02:06 PM
Wow- those photos are beautiful!!
Posted by: Margo | September 28, 2012 at 02:06 PM
what a beautiful memory and this looks unreal and like an absolute must try!
Posted by: abigail | September 28, 2012 at 02:19 PM
i have never tried a pecan pie. something about all of those nuts just seems so....dry. this might be a good one to try.
Posted by: kira | September 28, 2012 at 02:22 PM
Love! I might have to drum this up for Halloween!!
Posted by: Kathy | September 28, 2012 at 02:28 PM
wow! my husband will be in pecan heaven!!!
Posted by: Janelle Weems | September 28, 2012 at 02:33 PM
looks great!
want to prepare it too!
Posted by: numiidiary | September 28, 2012 at 02:41 PM
Looks so tasty! I've never tried pecan pie before!
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Posted by: http://sztukastudiowania.blogspot.com/ | September 28, 2012 at 02:49 PM
Oh my goodness! That looks soooooooooooooo gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood!!!!!!!
Posted by: Bethany | September 28, 2012 at 02:54 PM
Maybe a bit too sweet? But too good to say no :)
Posted by: Anh L. | September 28, 2012 at 02:56 PM
I posted the recipe for MS mud pie on my (now retired) blog last year. SO GOOD.
http://notesfromtherepublic.blogspot.com/2011/08/mississippi-mud.html
Posted by: Ginny | September 28, 2012 at 02:59 PM
I love pecans , they are great alternative to walnuts !
I am undergoing a very restrictive diet because of allergy treatment , I have to stop reading your receipt posts ... urggg
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Posted by: Luba | September 28, 2012 at 03:01 PM
my good lord that pie looks good
Posted by: Lauren | September 28, 2012 at 03:39 PM
YUMM that looks amazing!! I love pecan pie - I'll definitely have to try this. :)
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Posted by: Morgan | September 28, 2012 at 03:51 PM
Amazing, love pecans with all my heart!
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Posted by: Margherita | September 28, 2012 at 03:55 PM
Check this home-made chocolate!
http://elsuspirodelmar.blogspot.com.es/2012/09/rainy-day-cup-of-chocolate.html
Posted by: Pili | September 28, 2012 at 03:57 PM