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Rich Pecan Pie Bars with Easy Pie Crust

Decadent Rich Pecan Pie Bars with Easy Pie Crust You'll Love

Enjoy these Rich Pecan Pie Bars with Easy Pie Crust that offer a gooey, sweet filling and a simple, flaky crust for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Easy Pie Crust
  • 1 pkg Refrigerated Pie Dough (16 oz, contains 2 crusts)
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Light Corn Syrup adds sweetness and keeps the filling delightfully gooey
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar (packed) brings a rich, caramel-like flavor
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter (melted) enhances the richness
  • 3 large Eggs an essential binding agent
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure, elevates the overall flavor
  • 1 ½ cups Pecan Halves the star of the show
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
Optional Adaptations
  • Gluten-Free Pie Crust for dietary preferences

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
  3. Roll out both refrigerated pie crusts, pressing them evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  5. Fold the pecan halves into your filling mixture.
  6. Spread the pecan filling evenly over the prepared pie crust.
  7. Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  8. Allow the Rich Pecan Pie Bars to cool in the pan for 2 hours at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars freeze beautifully, allowing you to enjoy them anytime. Toasting pecans enhances their flavor. Watch the baking time to preserve the gooey texture.

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