Best Ever Pecan Pie Bars Recipe
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of these Best Ever Pecan Pie Bars. A buttery shortbread crust topped with a gooey pecan filling, these bars are a delightful twist on a classic pecan pie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Varies depending on pan size
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Shortbread Crust
- 1 1/4 pounds unsalted butter, 5 sticks, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Pecan Pie Topping
- 1 pound unsalted butter, 4 sticks
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 pounds pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. For the crust, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light. Add eggs, vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients. Press dough into a baking sheet and bake.
- For the topping, combine butter, corn syrup, and brown sugar in a saucepan. Boil, then add cream and pecans. Pour over crust, bake until set. Cool, cut into bars, and serve.
Notes
- Adjust baking times for different pan sizes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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