Description

These Simple Pecan Pie Bars combine the flavors of classic pecan pie with the convenience of a bar cookie. Featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a rich, gooey pecan filling, they are perfect for any celebration or cozy dessert moment.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

2/3 cup powdered sugar

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 large eggs

1 cup light corn syrup

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.

2. Add flour and salt, mixing until crumbly. Press mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

3. Bake crust for 20 minutes or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool slightly.

4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

5. Stir in chopped pecans until fully coated.

6. Pour pecan filling evenly over the warm crust.

7. Return to oven and bake 30–35 minutes until center is set and top is golden.

8. Let bars cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

Let bars cool completely for clean slicing.

Toasting the pecans before adding boosts flavor.

These taste even better the next day!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 240
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: pecan pie bars, holiday dessert, bar cookies