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Delicious Chewy Pecan Pie Bars
Faiza Shabir

Delicious Chewy Pecan Pie Bars Recipe

These Delicious Chewy Pecan Pie Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, gooey pecan filling. They have crisp golden edges, a soft chewy center, and plenty of crunchy pecans in every bite. Perfect for fall baking, Thanksgiving dessert tables, holiday parties, or an easy make-ahead treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Shortbread Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pecan Filling
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves or chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Beat the softened butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. Bake the crust for 15–18 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges.
  6. Meanwhile, whisk together brown sugar, maple syrup, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
  7. Stir the pecans into the filling mixture.
  8. Pour the pecan filling evenly over the warm crust.
  9. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the filling is set around the edges and slightly soft in the center.
  10. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
  11. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours for easier slicing.
  12. Lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

Notes

  • Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and crunch.
  • Toast the pecans before adding them for an even richer flavor.
  • Do not overbake the filling; the center should remain slightly soft for chewy bars.
  • Cool completely before slicing to help the filling set properly.
  • For cleaner cuts, chill the bars before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze tightly wrapped bars for up to 2 months.

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