Bayou Brownies Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🍽 Cook Time: 40 minutes
⏰ Total Time: 50 minutes
🍴 Servings: 15 brownies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Bayou with these luscious Bayou Brownies. Rich, creamy, and packed with pecans, these brownies are a Cajun-inspired treat that’s perfect for any dessert occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 eggs
- 1 package cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Lightly grease a 13×9 inch baking pan.
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Mix Pecans and Butter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pecans, butter, 1 egg, and cake mix.
- Stir until all ingredients are well blended.
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Press into Pan:
- Press the pecan mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating an even layer.
- Set aside.
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Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In another large mixing bowl, beat together the remaining 2 eggs, cream cheese, and powdered sugar.
- Beat at medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Layer and Bake:
- Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pecan cake mix layer in the pan.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the cheese mixture is set and the edges are lightly golden.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, slice the Bayou Brownies into squares and serve.
Enjoy these Bayou Brownies with a cup of coffee or as a sweet ending to any meal. The perfect combination of crunchy pecans, creamy cheese, and moist cake will have everyone asking for seconds!
