Description
Indulge in the rich, nutty goodness of these Pecan Pie Bars. With a buttery crust and a luscious pecan filling, these bars are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: Beat the softened butter and sugar until light and creamy. Add flour and salt, mix to form a dough. Press into the pan and bake for 18–20 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: Whisk eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir in pecans.
- Assemble and bake: Pour filling over the crust and bake for 30–35 minutes until set. Cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
