Description
These Easy Pecan Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a rich, gooey pecan filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat any time.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
For the Filling:
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Finish the Bars: Pour the pecan filling over the partially baked crust. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set and golden. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and texture.
- For extra richness, add a tablespoon of bourbon or maple syrup to the filling.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
