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Pecan Pie Bars

These pecan pie bars are an amazing dessert that can be enjoyed year round but is especially delicious during the holiday season. They are easy to make and can be the perfect gift.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pecan pie bars
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 Cup Unsalted Butter 2 Sticks at room temperature
  • 2 Cups All Purpose Flour
  • 2/3 Cup Sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/8 Teaspoon Salt

Filling

  • 1 Cup Light Corn Syrup
  • ½ Cup Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 Cup Pecans Chopped

Instructions

  • Start with making the dough. In a medium bowl cream the butter, sugar, salt and vanilla extract. Add the flour and mix until all combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray a baking sheet (11 ¾ x 9 1/4) with cooking spray. (See note) Press the dough mixture at the bottom of the pan evenly. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • While crust is baking make the filling. In a small bowl add the corn syrup, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and melted butter. Stir until combined. Set aside.
  • Chop the pecans and add them to the bowl with the filling. Set aside.
  • When the crust is done baking pour the filling mixture on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center has set. Rotate the pan half way through to make sure it evenly browns. (See note)
  • Once bars are done let them cool for about 15-20 minutes before cutting. Enjoy!!

Notes

  • I used a casserole foil pan you can also use a standard 9 x 13 cake pan. The cooking time may vary.
  • After 30 minutes in the oven watch it to see if it’s done it may only need 2-3 extra minutes. The cooking time will vary based on the size of the pan and your oven’s actual temperature.
  • These were even better the next day after sitting in the fridge overnight.
  • Store them in an air tight container for about 5-7 days in the fridge.
  • If you want to cut the bars smaller I recommend cutting them after they sat in the fridge for a few hours.
  • You can also add a drizzle of chocolate on top. That would make these even better.
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