Description
These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars offer the delicious flavors of classic pecan pie in an easy-to-make bar form. Featuring a buttery, crumbly crust and a rich, gooey pecan filling, they are perfect for dessert lovers wanting to skip the fuss of traditional pie baking.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, mix 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Form and Bake the Crust: Press the crumbly dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes until it is lightly golden and set.
- Make the Filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 1 cup corn syrup, 4 large eggs, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth and well combined.
- Add Pecans: Stir 2 cups of chopped pecans into the filling mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Assemble Bars: Pour the pecan filling over the hot crust evenly.
- Bake the Bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center of the filling is just set but not overly firm.
- Cool Completely: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to ensure proper setting of the filling.
- Slice and Serve: Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan and cut into 24 equal squares for serving.
Notes
- Make sure to cool the bars completely before slicing to prevent the filling from falling apart.
- You can substitute light corn syrup with golden syrup or maple syrup for a slightly different flavor.
- For a nuttier taste, lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to 1 week.
- To keep bars soft, avoid overbaking; the center should remain slightly soft when removed from the oven.
