These pecan pie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat, perfect for any occasion. With a buttery crust and a rich, gooey pecan filling, they’re sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Pecan Pie Bars Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Unsalted butter, cold and cubed | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
For the Pecan Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Light corn syrup | 3/4 cup |
| Packed light brown sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 2 tablespoons |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Pecan halves | 1 1/2 cups |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the crust:
- Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crumb mixture into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Prepare the filling:
- In a bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt.
- Stir in pecan halves.
- Assemble and bake:
- Pour the filling over the hot crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set.
- Cool and serve: Let cool completely before cutting into bars.