Pecan Pie Bars
All the gooey, nutty goodness of pecan pie on a buttery shortbread crust. Easier to slice and serve.
Prep20 min
Cook45 min
Total1 hr 5 min
Serves16
Calories~230 / serving
All the gooey, nutty goodness of pecan pie on a buttery shortbread crust. Easier to slice and serve. This one takes 1 hr 5 min start to finish and serves 16. It earned a spot in our Thanksgiving deck because the steps are simple and the ingredients are easy to find.
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Why you'll love it
- Ready in 1 hr 5 min
- Everyday ingredients, most of them already in your pantry
- Tagged: thanksgiving, holiday, vegetarian, make-ahead
Our best tip: Bars are easier than a pie when you're feeding a crowd, and they keep 4 days in the fridge.
Holiday food safety: thaw turkey in the fridge, cook it to 165°F (74°C), bake stuffing in its own dish, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. Use leftover turkey within 3 to 4 days or freeze it.
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Pecan Pie Bars
Prep20 min
Cook45 min
Total1 hr 5 min
Calories~230 / serving
Servings16
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, for the crust
- 1/3 cup sugar, for the crust
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed, for the crust
- 3 large eggs, for the filling
- 3/4 cup maple syrup or light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment, leaving overhang.
- Pulse or rub the crust ingredients until crumbly, press firmly into the pan and bake 18 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk the eggs, syrup, brown sugar, melted butter and vanilla, then stir in the pecans.
- Pour over the warm crust and bake 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is set and barely jiggles.
- Cool completely, then chill 1 hour before lifting out and cutting into 16 bars.
Notes: Bars are easier than a pie when you're feeding a crowd, and they keep 4 days in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Calories are an estimate per serving, worked out from the listed ingredients. Brands and portions vary.
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