Gooey Pecan Pie Bars
These Gooey Pecan Pie Bars are a delightful twist on classic pecan pie, featuring a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, sweet, and perfectly gooey pecan filling. They’re easy to make and perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4-6 tablespoons ice water
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Press the dough into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the crust in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Make the Filling: While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking until well combined.
- Stir in the pecan halves.
- Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
For an extra touch, drizzle the cooled bars with melted chocolate or caramel.
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