Chocolate Graham Pecan Squares
Indulge in the decadence of Chocolate Graham Pecan Squares—an irresistible treat that combines layers of buttery graham cracker crust, silky chocolate filling, and the nutty crunch of pecans. Perfectly balanced with the optional touch of flaky sea salt, this dessert is easy to make yet wonderfully sophisticated. The recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, featuring simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a rich, velvety texture. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a quick make-ahead dessert, these squares are sure to wow your guests. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days—but be warned, they might not last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 oz Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Pecans, chopped
- 0.25 tsp Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper, allowing the edges to hang over for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated and the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove it from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the chocolate mixture over the baked graham cracker crust, using a spatula to spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top of the chocolate layer, pressing them lightly so they adhere.
Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top to enhance the flavors.
Bake the assembled squares in the oven for an additional 15 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the dessert out of the pan. Cut into 16 squares and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.5 g | 357% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.5 g | 598% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2444 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 688.4 g | 250% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.0 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 515.2 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1346 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2324 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
