These Brownie Brittle Bites with Candied Pecans are an explosion of flavor and texture! Imagine the rich, fudgy chewiness of a brownie, the satisfying snap of brittle, and the delightful crunch of candied pecans—all in one irresistible bite. This is a recipe I developed after a particularly stressful week. Sometimes, you just need a little chocolate therapy!
I love this recipe because it’s surprisingly easy to make, yet delivers a wow-factor that'll impress your friends and family. The candied pecans are the secret ingredient that takes this treat from simply good to absolutely amazing! I personally get my pecans from the store down the road. If your pecans aren't that good, it will affect the overall quality.
Required Equipments
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Saucepan
- Candy thermometer
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
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These Brownie Brittle Bites with Candied Pecans are the perfect combination of chewy brownie, crunchy brittle, and sweet candied pecans. A simple recipe for a sophisticated treat!
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 16 servings
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet generously with parchment paper; this is super important for easy removal later. Trust me on this one!
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup water. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely. Once dissolved, do not stir the mixture again!
- Insert a candy thermometer and bring mixture to 300°F (150°C) without stirring. If you don't have a thermometer, I guess you'll have to wing it! (This is a bit tricky so def get a thermometer)
- Once the syrup reaches 300°F, remove from heat and carefully pour it into a large bowl containing 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let it sit for a moment.
- Using a spatula, gently fold the melted chocolate into the hot syrup until completely combined. This part can be a little tricky as the syrup will want to resist
- Stir in 1/2 cup chopped candied pecans (see note below for making your own). This should add a nice little crunchy texture to the bites
- Quickly spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, working fast as it starts to cool and set rapidly. Mmm, delicious!
- Let it cool completely (at least 30 minutes) before breaking into small, bite-sized pieces. Be gentle! It's very fragile at first!
- Once cooled completely, gently break the brittle into small, bite-sized pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the freezer for longer storage. And you're set!
📝 Notes
- For the candied pecans: Toss 1/2 cup pecans with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon of water. Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and candied.
- Adjust baking time depending on your oven. Mine is a bit old and tends to burn things easily!
- Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate or nuts!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 20mg
