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Spiced Pecan Pie Bars
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Spiced Pecan Pie Bars

Introducing a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of classic pecan pie with a convenient and shareable bar form – Spiced Pecan Pie Bars. These bars are the perfect fusion of a buttery shortbread crust, a luscious pecan filling, and a hint of warm spices that elevate the taste to a whole new level.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time2 hours
Keyword: Spiced Pecan Pie Bars
Servings: 4 people
Author: Saitama

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into small cubes)

For the Pecan Filling:

  • 1 cup pecans (chopped)
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking pan (8x8 inches or a similar size) and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Prepare the Crust:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar.
  • Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust.
  • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Make the Pecan Filling:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  • Stir in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly coated with the mixture.

Assemble and Bake:

  • Pour the pecan filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.

Cool and Serve:

  • Allow the Spiced Pecan Pie Bars to cool completely in the pan.
  • Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
  • Cut into squares or bars and serve. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.