Pecan Pie Brownies

Method

1. 1
   First, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an 8 inch square pan with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Add melted butter and 1 cup dark chocolate chips to a bowl. Stir until creamy and fully melted. If needed, microwave for 10 to 15 seconds. Set aside.
3. 3
   In a mixing bowl, add eggs and sugar. Whisk vigorously for 2 to 3 minutes, until light and frothy.
4. 4
   Add the melted chocolate mixture to the mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
5. 5
   Then, add in the cocoa powder, vanilla, flour and espresso powder. Stir to combine.
6. 6
   Fold in extra chocolate chips if desired.
7. 7
   Pour batter into the lined pan. Smooth out into one even layer.
8. 8
   Bake for 20 minutes or until the brownies are just barely set in the middle.
9. 9
   While they are baking, make the pecan pie layer. Combine all of the pecan pie ingredients in a bowl. Stir together.
10. 10
    Once the brownies come out, carefully pour the pecan layer on top. Gently spread into an even layer.
11. 11
    Return the pan to the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until the pecan topping is set.
12. 12
    Finally, remove from oven. Allow the pecan pie brownies to completely cool before slicing into.