Pecan Pie Blondies

You have got to try these blondies! They are seriously Heaven on Earth.  The pecan layer just melts into the blondies for a sweet, nutty, decadent treat.  I had a hard time reigning in my self control with these. They are definitely a keeper and the perfect treat for this time or year. The original recipe has a chocolate drizzle on top so if that sounds good to you, go for it.  I thought they were plenty rich without.

















Pecan Pie Blondies
from Shugary Sweets


FOR THE BLONDIES:

1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1 cup all-purpose flour

FOR THE PECAN PIE LAYER:

1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup Karo light corn syrup
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp almond extract
1 cup Fisher Nuts Pecans, chopped
1/2 cup milk chocolate morsels, melted

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
For the blondies layer: in a large mixing bowl combine the brown sugar with the melted butter. Add in egg, vanilla and salt. Mix until blended. Add in flour, stirring just until combined.
Pour batter into prepared baking dish. Set aside.
For the pecan pie layer: In a small saucepan over medium high heat, combine the brown sugar, Karo corn syrup, heavy cream, butter and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously, boil for 1 full minute. Remove from heat and add the almond extract and chopped Fisher Nuts Pecans.
Pour over batter in dish. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove and cool completely. Drizzle with melted chocolate.
For best slicing, refrigerate for an hour first. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. ENJOY.