Brownie Cupcakes

Combine chocolate and butter in a heavy saucepan; cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted. Cool mixture slightly.

Combine sugar, flour, eggs, and flavorings in a large mixing bowl. Add chocolate mixture, stirring until batter is smooth. Stir in pecans. Spoon batter into paper-lined muffin pans, filling two-thirds full. Bake at 325F for 35 minutes.