Pecan Pie Brownies

• For the Brownie Layer:
• cooking spray
• 1 (18 ounce) package fudge brownie mix (such as Duncan Hines(R))
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup water
• For the Pecan Pie Layer:
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup light corn syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon bourbon (optional)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 2 cups pecan halves

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a deep 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil and coat generously with cooking spray.
2. Whisk brownie mix, oil, 2 eggs, and water together in a bowl until well combined. Spread batter into the prepared pan.
3. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and leave oven on.
4. Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, 2 eggs, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl. Add melted butter slowly, whisking until well combined. Add pecans and stir to coat in the filling. Pour gently over the brownie layer; spread evenly using a spatula.
5. Bake in the hot oven until center is set, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool to room temperature, at least 2 hours.

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Taken from www.allrecipes.com/recipe/260563/pecan-pie-brownies/ (may not work)