Description
Pecan Pie Bars are a delectable twist on the classic dessert, combining a buttery crumb crust with a rich, gooey filling of pecans, brown sugar, and vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make and sure to impress. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or chilled from the fridge, these bars deliver comfort and joy in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour and cold butter until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Fold in chopped pecans.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes until bubbly and set.
- Allow to cool completely before lifting out using parchment overhang and cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg