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Easy Pecan Pie Bars

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These Easy Pecan Pie Bars deliver all the buttery, nutty flavor of classic pecan pie in a portable, sliceable form with a tender crust and rich filling.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup cold butter (1½ sticks)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¾ cup butter (1½ sticks)
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp bourbon (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3½ cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly coat it with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
  3. Grate the cold butter into the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust layer.
  5. Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until just beginning to brown. Remove from oven.
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine the light brown sugar, maple syrup, butter, heavy cream, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in bourbon, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans.
  8. Pour the filling over the warm crust, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the top is bubbling and golden brown.
  10. Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

Use cold butter for a flaky texture. Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

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