Pecan Pie Bars
Pecan Pie Bars are a delectable twist on a classic dessert, featuring a buttery, crumbly crust topped with a gooey pecan filling. These bars strike the perfect balance between crunch and chew, making them ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a holiday gathering or a simple weekday treat. With their rich flavor profile and visually appealing golden-brown topping, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, each bite is a celebration of comfort food that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 cups toasted pecans (chopped)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour and salt until crumbly; press into the pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While baking, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt in another bowl; stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan filling over the warm crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg