Chewy Pecan Pie Bars
Chewy Pecan Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining buttery pecans and a gooey caramel-like filling into convenient, handheld squares. These bars capture the essence of traditional pecan pie with their rich flavors and chewy texture. Perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat any day, they promise to impress your family and friends with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pecan halves, chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Mix in melted butter until crumbly. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, remaining brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour filling over the baked crust. Return to oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg