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Close-up of a stack of lighter pecan brownies with a shiny chocolate drizzle, pecans, and a sprig of mint on top, emphasizing the moist texture and nutty addition.

Lighter Pecan Brownies

Nesting Lane
Lighter Pecan Brownies: Indulge in a guilt-free dessert with moist and fudgy brownies, packed with crunchy pecans and a hint of vanilla.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16

Equipment

8X8 Baking Pan
Aluminum Foil
Whisk
Small Bowl
Large Bowl
Spatula
Wire Rack
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F
  • Line an 8-inch square baking pan with foil, making sure the foil hangs over the rim by 2 inches.
  • Spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa and melted butter.
  • Add sugar, one whole egg, and egg whites to the cocoa mixture, whisking until everything is well mixed.
  • Mix in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually stir in the flour mixture until everything is combined.
  • Fold in the pecans.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan, set on a wire rack.
  • Use the overhanging foil to lift the brownies out of the pan.
  • Cut the large square lengthwise into 4 strips, then cut each strip into 4 smaller squares.

Notes

Serving Size: 1 Square
7 points (2022/2024 Plan)
MyWW Plan: 7 Blue Plan and 6 Green Plan
7 WW Freestyle Points and 6 Weight Watchers Smart Points
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Nutrition

Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 62mgPotassium: 81mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 85IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
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