Easy Pecan Pie Bars 🥧🌰
These Pecan Pie Bars are a delicious twist on the classic pecan pie, made into easy-to-serve bars. They’re sweet, nutty, and perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat anytime!
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
For the Pecan Filling:
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Assemble the Bars: Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust. Use a spatula to spread it out if needed.
- Bake the Bars: Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden on top. The center should be firm but slightly jiggly.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. This helps the filling set and makes it easier to cut.Tips:
- If you prefer a deeper flavor, you can toast the pecans before adding them to the filling. Simply toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.
- For a touch of extra sweetness, drizzle melted chocolate over the top after baking and cooling.
These Easy Pecan Pie Bars are sure to be a hit, offering all the flavor of a classic pecan pie in a convenient, bite-sized form! 🌰
