Instructions:
For the Brownie Layer:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a square baking pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, mix together sugar, melted coconut oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Bake:
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (don’t overbake).
For the Pecan Pie Topping:
- Prepare Pecan Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine chopped pecans, maple syrup or agave nectar, coconut sugar or brown sugar, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Add Topping:
- After the brownie layer has baked, spread the pecan mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake Again:
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the pecan topping is set.
- Cool and Slice:
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
- Serve:
- Serve your Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies and enjoy!
These brownies are a delightful combination of chocolatey richness and pecan pie sweetness, all while being vegan-friendly. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preferences
