CARAMEL-PECAN CHOCOLATE DESSERT

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Chocolate chips in the batter and a nutty caramel topping turn basic brownies into a dazzling dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (1 lb 3.8 oz) Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/2 cup whipping (heavy) cream
20 caramels (from 14-oz bag), unwrapped
1 egg, beaten
1 cup broken pecans
3/4 cup whipping (heavy) cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 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. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until puffed in center and toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • 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. Spread over brownie. Refrigerate uncovered at least 3 hours until chilled.
  • Run metal spatula around side of pan to loosen dessert; remove side of pan. 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. Cut into wedges to serve. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

Jayda Meyers
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I would not recommend this dessert.


Mohammad Shahzad
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This dessert was a disaster! The caramel sauce curdled and the chocolate mousse didn't set.


Shadab Shaikh Dyd
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I didn't like this dessert. The caramel sauce was too thick and the chocolate mousse was too airy.


AL NOOR
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This dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


kambiz salehi
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This dessert is amazing! I would definitely recommend it.


Mona Hawell
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I love this dessert! It's so rich and decadent, and the caramel sauce is to die for.


ZION MAX
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This dessert was easy to make and turned out great! The caramel sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, but the chocolate mousse and pecans were perfect.


Tumaini priscus Massawe
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I've made this dessert several times and it's always a hit! The caramel sauce is my favorite part, but the chocolate mousse and pecans are also delicious.


Andrez Perez
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This dessert is absolutely delicious! The caramel sauce is rich and decadent, and the chocolate mousse is light and airy. The pecans add a nice crunch and the whole dessert is just perfect for any occasion.


But bhadur Rokka
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I made this dessert for my family last night and they loved it! The caramel sauce was easy to make and the chocolate mousse was so light and fluffy. The pecans added a nice crunch and the whole dessert was just perfect.


Akbar khan
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This dessert was a huge hit at our dinner party! The caramel sauce was rich and decadent, and the pecans added a nice crunch. The chocolate mousse was light and airy, and the combination of all three elements was simply divine.