Description
These Pecan Bars are a delightful treat perfect for the holidays or any special occasion. A buttery crust topped with a rich, gooey pecan filling, these bars are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
For the filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Make the crust: Combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the pan and bake until lightly golden.
- Prepare the filling: Whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in pecans.
- Assemble and bake: Pour filling over the baked crust, spread evenly, and bake until set and slightly firm.
- Cool and serve: Allow to cool completely in the pan, then lift out using the parchment overhang and cut into squares or rectangles.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding to the filling.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Bars freeze well for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
