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Pecan Pie Bars Recipe

Pecan Pie Bars Recipe

Unveiling a delightful treat that perfectly blends the essence of pecans with the richness of homemade caramel: our Pecan Pie Bars. A wonderful addition to your festive spread, these bars boast a tender shortbread base, elevating your cookie celebrations to new heights!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pecan Pie Bars
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 25
Calories: 261kcal

Ingredients

Shortbread Crust:

  • 2 cups of premium all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for a hint of sweetness
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt for balance
  • 12 Tbsp chilled unsalted butter finely diced

Luscious Pecan Filling:

  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar enhancing depth
  • 1/2 cup aromatic honey
  • 12 Tbsp unsalted butter for creaminess
  • 1/4 cup indulgent heavy whipping cream
  • A pinch 1/4 tsp of fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract for an added flair
  • 3 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans around 14 oz

Instructions

Crafting the Crust:

  • Begin by setting your oven to 350˚F. For ease, line a 9x13 baking pan using foil or parchment, ensuring an overhang for effortless removal. A quick spray with non-stick cooking spray preps it further.
  • Utilizing a food processor, blend together flour, powdered sugar, and salt. A few pulses should suffice. Introduce the cold butter, pulsing until you achieve a texture akin to coarse crumbs. Transition this mixture to your pan, pressing firmly to form an even base. Bake until the edges gain a golden hue, roughly 18-20 minutes. Once baked, let it rest while preparing the filling.

Perfecting the Pecan Pie Bar:

  • With a sizable saucepan, merge brown sugar, honey, butter, cream, and salt. Let the mixture reach boiling point, then simmer gently for two minutes. A sweet aroma will fill your kitchen.
  • Remove the concoction from heat, gracefully mixing in the vanilla and pecans till they're well enveloped in the caramel goodness.
  • Gently pour this lush filling over the warm crust. A return trip to the oven for about 20-25 minutes will see the filling bubble and adopt a caramelized shade.
  • Allow the baked delight to cool entirely, preferably on a wire rack.
  • Once cool, simply lift using the overhanging parchment and place on a cutting board. Slice into elegant 2-inch squares. Best savored at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcal