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    Home » Brownies & Bars » Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies

    Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies

    Published: Nov 30, 2020 · Modified: Jan 22, 2023 by Natalia · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    These Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies are the perfect combination of everyone’s favorite fudgy brownies and the so flavorful pecan pie filling! They’re dairy-free, egg-free and simply irresistible!

    Close up of a bitten slice of the Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies.

    This is a two in one dessert that you’re going to instantly love. The combination of the chocolatey bottom layer and the caramelised pecan filing is out of this world delicious. If you haven’t tried yet, you’re missing out!

    Eye level shot of the brownie bars in a stack.

    Ingredients

    • Dark chocolate
    • Dairy-free butter
    • Cane sugar
    • Ground flaxseed
    • All-purpose flour
    • Espresso powder
    • Maple syrup
    • Vanilla extract
    • Cornstarch
    • Almond milk

    Over head shot of the brownies on a parchment paper.

    How to make Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies

    Full instructions and measurements can always be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. This is just a summary of the process. 

    First, prepare the brownies:

    1. Start by mixing the ground flaxseed with ½ cup of water. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes. The mixture will have thicken.
    2. In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate and the butter using a microwave. Stir to get a smooth mixture. Add the sugar, flaxseed mixture and vanilla. Whisk for a few seconds.
    3. Sift in the flour, salt and espresso powder. Beat everything for a minute, until no flour lumps are visible and you get a smooth batter.
    4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes. Let cool down while you prepare the filling.

    High angle shot of a brownie bar on round cooling rack.

    Second, make the pecan pie filling:

    1. Mix the milk and the corn starch until smooth. Add the the butter, sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, salt and pecans. Mix well.
    2. Pour pecan pie filling over the top of the brownie batter. Bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool down before slicing.

    Over head shot of the sliced brownies and a bowl of pecans.

    Over head shot of a chocolate brownie topped with pecan pie.

    High angle shot of sliced brownies with a black knife and a bowl of pecans.

    Close up of a bitten slice Chocolate Brownies.

    Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies

    NATALIA @ SIMPLE GREEN RECIPES
    These Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies are the perfect combination of everyone’s favorite fudgy brownies and the so flavorful pecan pie filling! They’re dairy-free, egg-free and absolutely delicious!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 50 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
    Course Brownies & Bars
    Servings 16 bars
    Calories 255 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    For the Brownie layer:

    • 2 cups dark chocolate chopped (or chocolate chips) (300 gr /10 oz)
    • ¾ + 2 tablespoons dairy-free butter 200 gr / 7oz
    • 1 cup cane sugar 200 gr / 7oz
    • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed 15 gr
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla
    • 1 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 170 gr/ 6 oz
    • ¼ salt
    • 1 teaspoon espresso powder

    For the Pecan Pie topping:

    • 1 tablespoon dairy-free butter 14 gr / ½ oz
    • ¼ cup cane sugar 100 gr / 3,5 oz
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 pinch salt
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch 16 gr / ½ oz
    • 2 tablespoons almond milk

    Instructions
     

    For the Brownie layer:

    • Preheat the oven to 350º / 180ºC and line an 8-inch /20 cm square pan. 
    • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chopped chocolate. Melt it in the microwave in 30 second intervals, whisking after each interval until completely smooth.
    • While the melted chocolate-butter mixture is still hot, add the sugar, give it a stir and let cool down for a bit. Don’t overheat, chocolate burns easily.
    • Meanwhile, mix the flaxseed meal with ½ cup of water. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes. It will thicken and get goopy. Add it to the chocolate-butter-sugar mixture together with the vanilla, and mix everything well. 
    • Sift in the of the rest of the ingredients: flour, salt and espresso powder. 
    • Whisk everything until well combined. 
    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading into the edges.
    • Bake the brownies for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let them cool down for 15 minutes. 

    For the Pecan Pie topping:

    • While the brownies are cooling, prepare the topping. In a medium bowl, mix the milk and the cornstarch. Stir well until it forms a smooth paste. Whisk in the butter, sugar, maple syrup, vanilla and salt until combined. Add the pecans. Pour pecan pie filling over the top of the brownie batter
    • Alternatively, you can place the pecans one by one on top of the brownies to make a nice pattern. Then pour the butter mixture on top.  
    • Cover the pan with tin foil and bake for additional 35-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan. You’ll get cleaner brownie slices if you refrigerate it for 2 hours. To get 16 brownies, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. 

    Notes

    NUTRITION INFORMATION
    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist's advice. 
    See our full nutrition disclosure. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 75gramsCalories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 42mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31g
    Keyword BARS, chocolate, DAIRY FREE, DESSERT, EASY, EGG FREE, HEALTHY, NO CORN SYRUP, recipe, SNACK, Vegan
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Comments

    1. Jenny Graves

      January 09, 2023 at 4:57 am

      The depth of flavor in this chocolate delight demands our attention. I love the pecan flavor and crunch. Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 30, 2023 at 4:47 pm

        You’re so welcome Jenny! Thanks for the feedback, it means a lot!

        Reply
    2. Enriqueta E Lemoine

      January 08, 2023 at 5:11 pm

      5 stars
      Natalia, I’m not vegan, but your photos blew my mind. I made these brownies, and they are so decadent, fudgy, yummy, and delicious; I cannot wait to make them again! Thanks for the recipe and the inspiration too.

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 30, 2023 at 4:48 pm

        Thank to you Enriqueta for sharing your review and comments! I’m glad you love the brownies!

        Reply
    3. Alex

      January 08, 2023 at 3:29 pm

      I made these for Thanksgiving and everyone, including non-vegans, loved them! The texture was just perfect.

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 30, 2023 at 4:49 pm

        Hi Alex. I’m so happy that you guys loved the brownies!

        Reply
    4. Erin

      January 08, 2023 at 3:15 pm

      5 stars
      These brownies were so fudgy! And the topping was also amazing. It’s hard to believe they’re vegan!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 30, 2023 at 4:51 pm

        I’m thrilled to hear non-vegans enjoy my vegan treats. So glad you all loved them! Thanks for the sweet comment!

        Reply
    5. Bernice

      January 08, 2023 at 12:49 pm

      OMG these were amazing! My daughter is vegan and she came home for a visit during the holidays. I baked her these and we all inhaled them! So fudgy and we especially loved the chewy texture.

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 30, 2023 at 4:52 pm

        Thank you, Bernice! So happy to hear that you and your daughter loved them! Thanks so much for coming back to comment!

        Reply
    6. Kathryn Donangelo

      January 07, 2023 at 3:18 pm

      5 stars
      These pecan pie brownies are a dream!! I could eat these every day and I can’t wait to make another batch. I’m not vegan and you couldn’t even tell because they we’re so good!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 08, 2023 at 11:12 am

        Hi, Kathryn! Thank you so much! It’s especially exciting to hear non-vegans enjoy my vegan treats. Enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Amy

      January 07, 2023 at 1:04 pm

      5 stars
      WOW! These pecan pie brownies were amazing! I made them for my book club and everyone loved them. I especially loved the pecan caramel topping. Its definitely a keeper recipe!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 09, 2023 at 4:53 pm

        Hi Amy. I’m so glad you are loving my brownies! Thanks for sharing your review and comments!

        Reply
    8. Jamie

      January 07, 2023 at 2:48 am

      Oh my, these Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies look amazingly delicious! Perfect to pair with our hot drinks. Kids will definitely love this in an instant!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 09, 2023 at 4:48 pm

        Hope you will love it as much as we do! Thanks so much, Jamie!

        Reply
    9. Mikayla

      January 06, 2023 at 7:19 pm

      We loved these pecan pie brownies! The topping was to die for and the brownie was deliciously fudgy and you would never guess they are vegan!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 07, 2023 at 4:48 pm

        Hi Mikayla! Thank you for sharing your review! I’m glad the brownies were a hit!


        Reply
    10. Veronika

      January 04, 2023 at 11:40 pm

      5 stars
      The pecan pie topping was amazing! The brownies were fudgy and rich and perfectly sweet. I wish I had made a double batch!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 05, 2023 at 4:47 pm

        That is great to hear! I am so glad that you love my recipe that much!

        Reply
    11. Sharon

      January 03, 2023 at 2:52 pm

      These pecan pie brownies are so amazing that you would have no idea that they are vegan. Absolute perfection. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 04, 2023 at 11:08 am

        You’re welcome! I’m happy you love the brownies. Thanks for the comment!

        Reply
    12. Ann

      January 03, 2023 at 9:08 am

      These brownies sound and look amazing! I am all about gooey homemade brownies, and these look like the perfect recipe to make!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        January 04, 2023 at 11:06 am

        I hope you get a chance to try it Ann! Thanks for commenting!

        Reply

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