Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Dessert

Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Dessert
315 min.
12
504kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our decadent Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Dessert, a delightful treat that promises to impress at any gathering. This luscious dessert combines the rich flavors of fudgy brownies, creamy caramel, and crunchy pecans, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave your guests craving more.

Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your chocolate cravings, this dessert is surprisingly easy to make. With a preparation time of just over five hours, including chilling, you can prepare it ahead of time and let it work its magic in the refrigerator. The result is a stunning layered dessert that not only looks impressive but also delivers a burst of flavor in every bite.

The brownie base is made from a convenient mix, ensuring a moist and fudgy foundation, while the homemade caramel sauce, enriched with pecans, adds a delightful twist. Topped with fluffy whipped cream, this dessert is the perfect balance of sweetness and richness. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or celebrating a special occasion, the Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Dessert is sure to be the star of the show. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this irresistible dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • box brownie mix 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • cup milk chocolate chips 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • 20  individually wrapped caramels (from 14-oz bag)
  •  eggs beaten
  • cup pecans 
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • spatula
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 325°). Grease bottom and side of 10-inch springform pan with shortening. In medium bowl, stir brownie mix, water, oil and 2 eggs until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips.
  2. Spread in pan.
  3. Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until puffed in center and toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat 1/2 cup whipping cream and the caramels over medium heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted. Stir small amount of the hot mixture into beaten egg, then stir egg back into mixture in saucepan. Cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in pecans.
  5. Spread over brownie. Refrigerate uncovered at least 3 hours until chilled.
  6. Run metal spatula around side of pan to loosen dessert; remove side of pan.
  7. Transfer dessert on pan base to serving plate. In chilled small bowl, beat 3/4 cup whipping cream and the powdered sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Spoon whipped cream in 12 dollops around edge of dessert.
  8. Cut into wedges to serve. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories504kcal
Protein4.39%
Fat49.82%
Carbs45.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.25
Glycemic Load
8.38
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.1973913493364%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.89mg
Delphinidin
0.6mg
Catechin
0.6mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:504.37kcal
25.22%
Fat:28.53g
43.89%
Saturated Fat:11.03g
68.96%
Carbohydrates:59.01g
19.67%
Net Carbohydrates:58.22g
21.17%
Sugar:42.96g
47.74%
Cholesterol:70.1mg
23.37%
Sodium:187.52mg
8.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.65g
11.31%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.82%
Iron:1.64mg
9.14%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.85%
Vitamin A:435.46IU
8.71%
Phosphorus:78.01mg
7.8%
Selenium:4.74µg
6.77%
Calcium:62.17mg
6.22%
Copper:0.11mg
5.68%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.4%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.56%
Vitamin K:4.76µg
4.53%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.33%
Potassium:151.11mg
4.32%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.11%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.06%
Magnesium:15.92mg
3.98%
Fiber:0.79g
3.17%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.13%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.7%
Folate:8.64µg
2.16%