Description
These quick homemade pecan pie bars offer a delightful twist on classic pecan pie, featuring a chewy pecan filling atop a simple, delicious crust. Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups pecan halves or pieces
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, 2 cups flour, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined to form a dough.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and eggs until smooth.
- Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour and the pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the dough crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the filling.
- Ensure the bars are completely cooled before cutting to prevent them from crumbling.
- Store cooled bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal (varies based on exact ingredients)
- Sugar: Approximately 20g
- Sodium: Approximately 80mg
- Fat: Approximately 18g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg