Pecan Pie Bars
Creamy, crunchy, and irresistibly gooey — these Pecan Pie Bars bring all the best parts of a classic pecan pie into a hand-held, sliceable treat.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Jellyroll Pan
- Whisk
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup White sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Margarine, cold, cut into pieces For the crust
Filling Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs Room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups Light corn syrup
- 1 1/2 cups White sugar
- 3 tablespoons Margarine, melted For the filling
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups Chopped pecans Toasted lightly if desired
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Step 3: Bake the crust for about 20 minutes until set and just beginning to turn golden on the edges.
- Step 4: While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted margarine, and vanilla extract. Stir in chopped pecans until well combined.
- Step 5: Spread the pecan filling evenly over the hot crust and return to the oven. Bake for about 25 minutes until the filling is set.
- Step 6: Allow the pan to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars or squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg