Whip up these indulgent pecan pie bars with minimal fuss. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a blend of crunchy pecans and a sweet, gooey filling on a buttery crust.
Ingredients:
Crust:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 sticks butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pecan Pie Bar Filling:
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups pecans, in pieces
Directions:
Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl or standing mixer, combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, salt, and butter. Mix until the mixture is dry and crumbly.
Form Crust Base: Grease a 10×15-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper. Press the crust mixture firmly into the pan to create an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F.
Mix Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and pecans until well combined.
Bake with Filling: After the crust has pre-baked, remove it from the oven. Pour the pecan filling over the hot crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Finish Baking: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 35 minutes at 350 degrees F.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool before cutting and serving.
Enjoy these effortless and delicious pecan pie bars that make dessert a breeze, ideal for any gathering or a treat-yourself moment!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes | Servings: 24 bars