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Amazing 24 Classic Buttery Pecan Pie Bars Dessert

Classic Buttery Pecan Pie Bars Dessert
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Enjoy these rich, buttery pecan pie bars. They offer that classic, indulgent flavor you crave in a simple, satisfying bar form. This recipe balances deep, comforting tradition with a fresh approach.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, plus 1 cup whole or halved pecans for topping
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. You are building the base here.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the 1 cup of chopped pecans.
  6. Press this shortbread-like crust evenly into the bottom of your prepared pan.
  7. Bake the crust for 15 minutes until it is lightly golden brown.
  8. While the crust bakes, prepare the filling. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, gently warm the corn syrup, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Do not boil.
  9. Remove the crust from the oven. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of pecans evenly over the hot crust.
  10. Carefully pour the warm syrup mixture over the pecans. Spread gently if needed.
  11. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes. The filling should be set but still have a slight jiggle in the center.
  12. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This step is important for clean cutting.
  13. Once fully cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the batter or using them as a topping.
  • If you prefer a slightly less sweet bar, you can reduce the granulated sugar in the crust by two tablespoons.
  • Cooling completely before slicing prevents a gooey mess. Be patient; it is worth the wait.

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