New Orleans Praline Brownies (Printable Version)
Fudgy chocolate squares topped with a rich, nutty praline frosting for a Southern-style sweet treat.
# What You Need:
→ For the Brownies
01 - 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter
02 - 8 oz (225 g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
03 - 1½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
04 - ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
05 - 4 large eggs
06 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
08 - ½ tsp fine sea salt
→ For the Praline Topping
09 - ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
10 - 1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar, packed
11 - ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream
12 - 2 cups (200 g) pecans, coarsely chopped
13 - 1½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar, sifted
14 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
15 - ¼ tsp fine sea salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and chocolate, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
03 - Whisk in granulated and brown sugars until fully combined.
04 - Add eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
05 - Sift in flour and salt. Fold gently until just incorporated—do not overmix.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely in the pan.
07 - For the praline topping: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cream, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a gentle boil. Boil for 1 minute.
08 - Remove from heat. Stir in pecans, then gradually whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth and thick.
09 - Immediately spread the praline topping evenly over cooled brownies. Let set for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The fudgy chocolate base and buttery praline topping create the perfect texture contrast
- These brownies combine two beloved Southern desserts into one incredibly indulgent treat
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- The brownies must be completely cool before adding the frosting or it will melt right off
- Work quickly when spreading the praline topping because it thickens fast as it cools
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- Use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients for the most consistent results
- If your frosting becomes too thick, add another teaspoon of cream to loosen it up