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Brown Butter Pecan Pie Bars

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Easy-to-bake bars featuring a nutty filling made with brown butter, delivering rich flavor and a tender texture.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for browning)
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar (packed, for sweetness)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for balance)
  • 3 large eggs (for structure)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for flavor)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (for crunch)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (for the crust)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (to enhance flavors)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder (for lift)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Brown the butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, stirring frequently until it turns golden brown and smells nutty (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. In a large bowl, combine the browned butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar; mix well.
  4. Stir in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
  6. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or drizzled with caramel sauce for extra sweetness.

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