Hostess At Heart

Sharing life one recipe at a time

  • Home
  • About
    • About Hostess At Heart
    • Work With Me
    • Disclaimers and Privacy Policy
    • ACCESSIBILITY
  • Recipes
  • Resources and Reviews
    • Resources
    • Product/Company Reviews
    • Restaurant Reviews
  • Contact me

Home » Recipes » Decadent Derby Pie Brownie Bar Recipe

Decadent Derby Pie Brownie Bar Recipe

November 18, 2016 Updated: July 28, 2019 By Julie Menghini 46 Comments

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

JUMP TO RECIPE
Derby Pie Brownie recipe is the best combination of a dark chocolate brownie and a pecan pie. It's rich, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. | HostessAtHeart.com

Derby Pie Brownie Bar recipe is the best combination of a dark chocolate brownie and a pecan pie. It’s rich, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.

A side photo of a Derby Pie Brownie Bar sitting on a piece of parchment paper over a piece of slate. Pecans and chocolate chips sit next to the bar.One thing I love about the winter months is all of the amazing baking going on for the holidays. So when I found out about the Freaky Friday Virtual Cookie Exchange blog hop, I was all in. The Freaky Friday blog hop is a group of bloggers that are secretly assigned each others’ blogs from which we choose a recipe appropriate for the theme. I chose her Decadent Derby Pie Brownie Bar recipe. Let me tell you a bit about the recipe and creator.

A side photo of a Derby Pie Brownie Bar sitting on a piece of parchment paper over a piece of slate. A cooling rack holds additional bars in the background.The blog that I was given was Take Two Tapas. Take Two Tapas is the brain project of the amazing Jennifer. Jennifer started her blog because she enjoyed grazing on several different dishes instead of filling up on a big plate. I’m with her! She enjoys entertaining and is a real magician when it comes to transforming a dish into a delicious lighter version.

A top-down photo of a Derby Pie Brownie Bar sitting on a piece of parchment paper over a piece of slate. A cake stand holds additional bars in the background over a blue napkin. Fresh pecans and chocolate chips surround the bar.I had so many things to pick from including her Star Crunch Truffle Balls that looked delicious and would be amazing on a cookie tray or her Dark Chocolate Toasted Coconut Cookies! You’ve just got to visit her site and take a look at her recipes.[Tweet “The Best Virtual Cookie Exchange! #FreakyFridayRecipes”]

A side photo of a fork full of a Derby Pie Brownie Bar hovers over the Derby Pie Brownie that sits on a piece of parchment paper over a piece of slate. A cooling rack holds additional bars in the background.When I tasted her Derby Pie Brownie Bars, I thought it was like a rich chocolatey brownie and a pecan pie had a collision and the result was a luscious dish of rich chocolate pecan bars. I used to think that people who whined about a dish being too rich were dessert wimps. Well, this recipe makes a 9×13 pan, and it will feed an army. The white flag has been raised, this is a delicious, rich dessert that will be perfect for entertaining.

Can’t make it now? Pin it for later!

Side view of a Derby pie brownie bar topped with a baked pecan topping over a piece of parchment paper that's sprinkled with pecans. A tray of bars sits in the background over a cooling rack.
Print

Decadent Derby Pie Brownie Bar Recipe

Derby Pie Brownie recipe is the best combination of a dark chocolate brownie and a pecan pie. It's rich, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Servings 24
Author Julie Menghini
Prevent your screen from going dark

Ingredients

Brownie Layer

  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or 4oz of semi-sweet chocolate chopped
  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup flour

Derby Pie Layer

  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 4 large eggs slightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons bourbon I used Crown Royal Vanilla Whiskey
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 cups chopped toasted pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13 pan with non-stick cooking spray. Line with parchment paper and spray again. Set aside.

Brownie

  • In a large glass bowl melt the butter in the microwave. Add chocolate and stir until melted. Cool slightly. Add the sugar, vanilla, and slowly drizzle in the egg, whisking continuously until combined.
  • Add flour and stir until combined.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Derby Pie layer

  • Mix the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, eggs and bourbon together until combined.
  • Add toasted pecans and chocolate chips.
  • Pour on the brownie layer.
  • Bake for 35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely.
  • Store covered at room temperature.

Notes

Recipe originator is Jennifer of https://taketwotapas.com/

Nutrition

Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 128mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 375IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1.7mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
Tried this recipe? That's awesome!Mention @hostessatheart or tag #hostessatheart!

A side photo of a Derby Pie Brownie Bar sitting on a piece of parchment paper that\'s been sprinkled with fresh pecans and chocolate chips over a piece of slate. A cooling rack holds additional bars in the background.

If you’re looking or a couple other easy delicious dessert bars, here are a couple of my favorites!

Easy Hazelnut Cookie Bar Recipe

A top angle view of a Hazelnut Cookie Bar sitting on a piece of parchment paper. Fresh chopped hazelnuts sit in the foreground. Additional bars are stacked in the background.

Easy Toffee Bar Brownies

Slice of Dark chocolate brownie filled with a light chocolate filling sitting on a wooden paddle. A basket filled with cut brownies sits in the background.

Snickerdoodle Bars

Snickerdoodle Bars - Hostess At Heart

Let’s keep in touch!  You can find me on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and The Mix!  Better yet, enter your email address in the box below and never miss a recipe!

Dessert· Recipes

« Dark Chocolate Puff Pastry Hand Pies
Cranberry Upside-Down Cake Recipe »

Comments

  1. pattisj says

    December 5, 2016 at 1:21 am

    This looks and sounds amazing. I think that adds up to a million calories! LOL

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 5, 2016 at 8:08 am

      Patti, this is kryptonite for a diet my friend. I immediately gave most of it away to the neighbors and only had a couple of small pieces. It’s rich!

      Reply
  2. Michelle says

    November 21, 2016 at 11:34 pm

    This looks seriously addicting! And I love the fact you make it in a pan…easier for those of us that are baking challenged!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 22, 2016 at 8:17 am

      Thank you Michelle! Nothing difficult about this one!

      Reply
  3. Kris ~ Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cokies says

    November 20, 2016 at 7:28 pm

    In love with this and I haven’t even tasted them yet. I need to make these asap!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:30 pm

      Thank you, Kris! I will definitely be making it again.

      Reply
  4. Jennifer A Stewart says

    November 20, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    I’m so glad that you liked the brownies Julie! When I make them I also take a large portion of them to friends or I end up eating way too many of them!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:17 pm

      We loved this recipe Jennifer. thank you for posting it. Your blog has so many recipes that I would love to try!

      Reply
  5. Lori Vachon says

    November 20, 2016 at 5:26 pm

    What a fantastic treat for the holiday season and beyond!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      I agree Lori! Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Nicole Power says

    November 20, 2016 at 3:11 pm

    These brownies sound really delicious! I love the two layers! They sound like they combine together beautifully 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you Nicole! They are wickedly delicious!

      Reply
  7. Debi at Life Currents says

    November 20, 2016 at 1:00 pm

    Wow these look good. A pecan pie meets brownie kind of recipe! Perfection!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:19 pm

      Thank you, Debi! They were easy to make and way to easy to eat!

      Reply
  8. Michaela Kenkel says

    November 20, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    SO glad you are part of our group, Julie!! Loved baking from your site this round! 🙂 These are sensational!! Can’t wait to do lunch after the holidays!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:19 pm

      Thank you, Michaela! I really enjoy this group and really appreciate the invite. I look forward to our lunch too!

      Reply
  9. Antonia says

    November 20, 2016 at 11:41 am

    Wow, these look amazing Julie! I will have to check out the cookie swap, such a great idea 😀 Happy Fiesta Friday!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      Thank you Antonia! It was so much fun with some amazing recipes.

      Reply
  10. Platter Talk says

    November 20, 2016 at 11:39 am

    Oh heck, YES! Loving these derby pie bits of brownie! Fantastic job, as always!!1

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      Thank you, Dan! They were so easy and delicious too!

      Reply
  11. Angela says

    November 20, 2016 at 11:01 am

    I love desserts packed with Pecans! These brownies sound out of this world! What a great addition to any cookie swap

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 7:22 pm

      Thank you, Angela! They were amazing and would be popular on our virtual cookie tray.

      Reply
  12. Jenny | Honey and Birch says

    November 19, 2016 at 9:34 pm

    I’ve never had derbie pie before; I think I’m gonna skip the pie and go right to these brownies.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 9:50 am

      They are amazing Jenny! Jennifer hit it out of the park with this recipe!

      Reply
  13. Aunt Bee says

    November 19, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    This is 2 of my favorite desserts in 1! Love this!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 9:51 am

      I agree with you! It was amazing!

      Reply
  14. Lily says

    November 19, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    Wow, you’ve combined 2 of the best desserts! Looks amazingly delicious and so gooey rich – yum!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 9:52 am

      It was all of that Lily! I don’t think I’ve ever had a richer recipe. But it was really good too.

      Reply
  15. Christie says

    November 19, 2016 at 1:30 pm

    I can’t wait to get some pecans to make these. Looks like the perfect brownie to me!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 20, 2016 at 9:54 am

      They were amazing Christie. Not difficult to make and delicious!

      Reply
  16. cookingwithauntjuju.com says

    November 19, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Looks like the important ingredients of a Derby Pie are in your brownies – pecans for walnuts and pastry dough for brownies. Sounds like a winner!

    Reply
  17. [email protected]'s Dinnertime Dish says

    November 19, 2016 at 10:22 am

    These bars look so rich and decadent! A perfect splurge for the holidays!

    Reply
  18. Petra says

    November 19, 2016 at 8:48 am

    This looks like pure naughty deliciousness! The derby brownies looks absolutely perfect and goey! Sinfully gorgeous! Happy FF! 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 19, 2016 at 9:07 am

      It really is Petra! Thank you so much for co-hosting this week!

      Reply
  19. Loretta says

    November 19, 2016 at 8:14 am

    What a wonderful treat to wake up to. I think I’d eat this for breakfast Julie 🙂 Will have to have a look around at the blog site. It’s great getting involved in these challenges/exchanges. I wonder where you have the time? Good on you though, it keeps the blog fresh and innovative 🙂 Love this time of year with all the baking aromas in the kitchen. I’ll bet these were irresistible!

    Reply
  20. Sonal says

    November 18, 2016 at 10:40 pm

    OMG THIS IS SUPER DIVINE JULIE

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 19, 2016 at 9:08 am

      Thank you Sonal! It’s almost as sweet as you!

      Reply
  21. [email protected] says

    November 18, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Whoa. These look dangerous with a capital D. I don’t know if I’m annoyed or grateful that I don’t have some in my vicinity right now lol

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 19, 2016 at 9:08 am

      Ha! They were definitely dangerous! I immediately took half the pan to my neighbors.

      Reply
  22. Shari says

    November 18, 2016 at 11:21 am

    This looks amazing, Julie! So many wonderful flavors combined. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Hope you are doing well and have a great Thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 19, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Thank you Shari! I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving too. I’m having so much fun watching your house go up. I hope you keep posting pics of progress.

      Reply
  23. Annie says

    November 18, 2016 at 9:43 am

    Bookmarking this for sure! Looks delectable!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      November 19, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Thank you so much Annie!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




ABOUT HOSTESS AT HEART

A photo of Hostess At Heart.

Thank you for visiting! I'm Julie and I believe cooking doesn't have to be hard it just has to taste good. Let me show you how to keep it simple and make it fun. Read More....

Looking for something?

Search by Category

Let’s keep in touch!

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

Popular Posts

45 degree angle of a casserole made of turkey and dressing in a chicken soup on a white plate sitting on a white plate sitting on a gold napkin.
Close top view of pear pie filling
Close up of a Swedish Apple Pie slice on red plate
Muffin sitting in a muffin paper on a wooden butter paddle
This is a beautifully slice sourdough loaf that shows the tender crumb and crusty exterior.
Benefits of Combining Honey and Yogurt: Things You Need to Know | HostessAtHeart.com

Let’s stay in touch!

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

LEGAL – PRIVACY POLICY

ACCESSIBILITY 

CONTACT

COPYRIGHT © 2014 - 2021 HOSTESSATHEART.COM

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkPrivacy policy