Irresistible Pecan Pie Bars in Just 3 Easy Steps Recipe
These Irresistible Pecan Pie Bars combine a buttery, golden crust with a rich, gooey pecan filling for an easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple steps, you can create a classic sweet treat featuring a crisp base topped with a delicious, nutty filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Filling
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking both the crust and filling evenly.
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until a dough forms, then press it evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan to create the base layer.
- Bake the crust: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake the crust for about 15 minutes or until it turns lightly golden, indicating it’s partially baked and ready for the filling.
- Mix the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, light corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Add pecans and pour the filling: Stir the chopped pecans into the filling mixture, then carefully pour this mixture over the baked crust in the pan.
- Bake the bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pecan pie bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares for serving, ensuring clean cuts and the filling has fully set.
Notes
- Make sure the butter for the crust is softened but not melted to achieve the best texture.
- Allow the bars to cool completely to ensure the filling firms up properly.
- You can substitute light corn syrup with an equal amount of maple syrup or honey for a different flavor.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For extra crunch, toast the chopped pecans lightly before adding them to the filling.
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