Description
Pecan Pie Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that combines the rich flavors of pecan pie in a convenient bar form.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, sugar, and salt to form a crust.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the chopped pecans and pour the mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg