Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup light corn syrup
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups pecans, roughly chopped
Instructions
Creating Really Easy Pecan Pie Bars is a straightforward process. Here’s how to do it:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Mix Crust Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly.
3. Press into Pan: Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan, pressing it down firmly to form a crust.
4. Bake the Crust: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
5. Prepare Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
6. Add Pecans: Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
7. Combine with Crust: Pour the pecan mixture over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake Again: Return to the oven and bake for 30-35 more minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are slightly brown.
9. Cool Completely: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares.
10. Serve or Store: Once cooled, slice into bars and serve, or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
These straightforward steps guide you through rustic simplicity to achieve an amazing dessert that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 bars
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 4g