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Easy Pecan Pie Bars Recipe

Easy Pecan Pie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of these Easy Pecan Pie Bars that are perfect for any occasion. With a flaky crust and a gooey pecan filling, these bars are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.


Ingredients

Crust:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt

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

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or greasing.
  2. Make the crust: Cream together butter and granulated sugar, then mix in flour and salt to form a dough. Press the dough into the baking dish and bake until golden.
  3. Prepare the filling: Whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir in chopped pecans.
  4. Assemble and bake: Pour the pecan filling over the hot crust and bake until set and golden brown.
  5. Cool and serve: Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for a week.
  • For added decadence, drizzle cooled bars with melted chocolate.