COCONUT-PECAN BROWNIES

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These moist, bakery-style brownies are made even better with a creamy cheese frosting featuring coconut and pecans. -Lesley Pew, Lynn, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup butter, cubed
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
4 large eggs
2-1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans
FROSTING:
3/4 cup white baking chips
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla. Stir in chocolate mixture. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture. Fold in pecans., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a microwave, melt baking chips; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the melted chips, sugars, vanilla and salt; beat until smooth. Stir in coconut and pecans. Spread over brownies. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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These brownies were very easy to make and they turned out great! The coconut and pecans added a delicious flavor and texture. I will definitely be making these again!


Sandra F
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I was disappointed with these brownies. The coconut and pecans were not very noticeable and the brownies were a bit dry. I wouldn't make them again.


Allah Rakha BhAtTi
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but other than that they were very good. The coconut and pecans added a nice flavor and texture. I would make them again, but I would use less sugar next time.


Tracy Morg
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut, but I decided to give these brownies a try and I'm so glad I did! The coconut and pecans added a subtle sweetness and crunch that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making these again!


Craig Lynch
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These brownies were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it! The coconut and pecans added a unique and delicious flavor that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making these again for special occasions.


mdimran boss
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I love coconut and pecan, so I knew I would love these brownies. They were everything I hoped for and more! The coconut and pecans added a wonderful flavor and texture that made them stand out from the classic brownie recipe.


Phuluso Ramabaga
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These brownies were very easy to make and they turned out great! The coconut and pecans added a delicious flavor and texture. I will definitely be making these again!


Sabirah G
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I was disappointed with these brownies. The coconut and pecans were not very noticeable and the brownies were a bit dry. I wouldn't make them again.


Hannah Lanquaye
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but other than that they were very good. The coconut and pecans added a nice flavor and texture. I would make them again, but I would use less sugar next time.


Temilade Onabanjo
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut, but I decided to give these brownies a try and I'm so glad I did! The coconut and pecans added a subtle sweetness and crunch that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making these again!


Khushnood Ali
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These brownies were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it! The coconut and pecans added a unique and delicious flavor that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making these again for special occasions.


Edgar Amaya
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I love coconut and pecan, so I knew I would love these brownies. They were everything I hoped for and more! The coconut and pecans added a wonderful flavor and texture that made them stand out from the classic brownie recipe.


Morgan Ellis
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These brownies were very easy to make and they turned out great! The coconut and pecans added a delicious flavor and texture. I will definitely be making these again!


Samira Faraj
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I was disappointed with these brownies. The coconut and pecans were not very noticeable and the brownies were a bit dry. I wouldn't make them again.


Ethan Harrison
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but other than that they were very good. The coconut and pecans added a nice flavor and texture. I would make them again, but I would use less sugar next time.


Pawel Szczudlyk
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but I decided to give these brownies a try and I'm so glad I did! The coconut and pecans added a wonderful flavor and texture that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making these again!


Itx ali Raza
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These brownies were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of coconut and pecans. They were also very easy to make, which is always a plus. I will definitely be making these again for my next party!


Qasim Al
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I was a bit skeptical about using coconut in brownies, but I'm glad I gave this recipe a try. The coconut and pecans added a unique and delicious flavor that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making these again!


Mwandiku Wambua
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I've been a fan of coconut and pecan for years, so I was excited to try this recipe. The brownies were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The coconut and pecans added a nice sweetness and crunch that balanced out the chocolate perfectly. I'll def


Shedrack Shut
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These brownies were absolutely divine! The coconut and pecans added a wonderful flavor and texture that made them stand out from the classic brownie recipe. I will definitely be making these again soon!