Georgia Browns are an indulgent confection made with toasted pecans coated in smooth chocolate and finished with a drizzle of rich caramel. The blend of nutty, sweet, and buttery flavors creates a truly irresistible dessert experience.
📝 Ingredients
Pecans & Chocolate
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pecans | 2 cups |
| Butter, melted | 3 tablespoons |
| Salt | 2 teaspoons |
| Semi-sweet chocolate, melted | 1¾ cups |
Caramel
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Water | ¼ cup |
| Dark brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Sweetened condensed milk | 1 cup |
| Corn syrup | ⅔ cup |
| Butter | 7 tablespoons |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pecans
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the pecan halves on a baking sheet, drizzle with melted butter, and sprinkle with salt.
Toast for 8–10 minutes, stirring halfway through, then allow to cool.
2️⃣ Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the semi-sweet chocolate, stirring occasionally until smooth.
3️⃣ Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan, combine water, dark brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, and butter.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
4️⃣ Assemble the Georgia Browns
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange small clusters of toasted pecans on the sheet.
Spoon melted chocolate over each cluster, then drizzle with caramel.
5️⃣ Chill & Set
Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate and caramel have firmed up.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Remove from the refrigerator and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
