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Easy Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars

180kcal
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 1 hour
Total 1 hour 15 minutes
These Easy Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars transform the classic pecan pie into an easy-to-make dessert, perfect for gatherings and satisfying sweet cravings.
Servings 30 bars
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American

Ingredients

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 tsp salt for crust
For the filling
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cups light brown sugar, packed
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cups corn syrup light or dark
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups pecan halves or chopped pecans

Method

Preparation of Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and ¼ tsp salt. Mix in flour until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan and prick with a fork.
Preparation of Pecan Filling
  1. (Optional) Toast pecans at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, then let them cool.
  2. Melt ¼ cup unsalted butter for the filling and allow it to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the 2 large eggs until well combined.
  4. Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, cooled melted butter, and vanilla extract to the eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Fold in the pecans.
Baking
  1. Pour the filling evenly over the crust.
  2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes.
  3. Reduce the oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake for another 20-30 minutes, until the filling is mostly set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  4. If the edges brown too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for 3-4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
  2. Lift the cooled slab from the pan using the parchment overhang.
  3. Cut into 24-30 bars using a warm, sharp knife.
  4. Serve plain or with whipped cream or ice cream.
  5. Store airtight at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate/freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories180kcalCarbohydrates24gProtein2gFat9gSaturated Fat4gSodium50mgFiber1gSugar12g

Notes

You can swap the pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty flavor. Adding a splash of bourbon to the filling for an adult twist or including chocolate chips for a decadent upgrade are optional. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container. They can also be reheated in the microwave for a few seconds.

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