Pecan Pie Bars (No Corn Syrup!)

These Pecan Pie Bars have a buttery shortbread crust and a caramel-y pecan filling. They’re a deliciously decadent deal with which can be excellent for the vacations and a favourite with everybody who tries them!

Deliciously Decadent Pecan Pie Bars

I’ve a confession. I’ve by no means actually been an enormous fan of pecan pie. In principle, I preferred it. I really like pie… I really like pecans… I really like caramel. So what’s to not love? However basically, it’s simply an excessive amount of. Too wealthy, too candy, the crust to nut ratio is mistaken.. so I’ve just about ignored it.

Enter Pecan Pie Bars. The primary time I noticed certainly one of these humble little bars I assumed “ehh.. not a lot a fan of pecan pie..”. BUT. I attempted it. And oh my goodness.. it was every little thing I cherished concerning the parts of pecan pie, however in a a lot smaller, extra balanced, and epically extra scrumptious package deal. The ratio of crust to filling is about 50/50 which is important for balancing out the richness of the filling. The buttery shortbread crust is just *chef’s kiss*. The pecans are coated in a easy caramel combination that offers simply the correct quantity of chew with out giving your jaw a exercise. And topping them off with a sprinkle of sea salt offers a scrumptious stability of taste that makes these pecan pie bars right into a deal with that you just don’t need to be left alone with. Belief me.

They make the proper addition to goodie plates or vacation dessert spreads, and everybody I’ve given them to has requested for the recipe. So let’s simply get baking, lets?

Components You’ll Have to Make These Pecan Pie Bars:

• Butter
• Pecans
• Flour
• Powdered Sugar
• Brown Sugar
• Maple Syrup
• Eggs
• Heavy Cream
• Vanilla Extract
• Sea Salt

Methods to Make Pecan Pie Bars:

1. Make the shortbread crust. In a meals processor, pulse the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the chilly butter and vanilla, and proceed pulsing till the combination begins to return collectively and small balls begin to kind.
2. Press into pan. Press the crust combination evenly right into a 9×13″ pan that has been lined with foil or parchment paper and flippantly greased with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Bake crust. Bake in a preheated 350 diploma oven for 18-20 minutes or till flippantly browned on the perimeters and the middle is ready. Take away from the oven and put aside.
4. Make the filling. In a big sauce pan, mix the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and heavy cream. Deliver to a boil then cut back the warmth and simmer for two minutes.
5. Mood the eggs. Crack the eggs right into a small bowl and provides them a fast whisk to mix. Slowly pour a pair tablespoons of the caramel combination into the eggs, whisking regularly. Add a bit extra of the caramel combination, and provides it one other good whisk. Pour the egg combination into the caramel combination and provides it a superb stir.
6. Add pecans. Add the vanilla extract and pecans to the combination and pour over the crust.
7. Bake. Bake for 30-35 minutes or till the highest isn’t too jiggly and a toothpick comes out principally clear.
8. Cool. Enable to chill utterly earlier than reducing into bars. Take pleasure in!

Suggestions & Ideas

Can I take advantage of different nuts on this Pecan Pie Bar recipe?

Sure! In case you don’t have or don’t need to use pecans, walnuts, macadamia nuts, or hazelnuts make tasty substitutions. Though I haven’t tried it, I’ve learn that rolled oats make a superb substitute in case you are coping with a nut allergy.

How ought to I retailer leftover pecan pie bars?

For finest texture, retailer in an hermetic container at room temperature for two days. For longer storage, you’ll be able to retailer within the fridge for five days. Or, freeze individually wrapped bars in plastic wrap, throw them in a resealable bag, and freeze for as much as 3 months.

Taste Variations

Earlier than serving, I prefer to sprinkle the highest of the bars with some flaked sea salt. It’s scrumptious, and helps reduce via the buttery sweetness.

For chocolate pecan pie bars, stir 1 cup of chocolate chips into the filling combination earlier than pouring over the crust and baking.

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