Best 12 Cookie And Pecan Bars Recipes

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Cookie and pecan bars are an irresistible dessert that combines the sweet, chewy texture of cookies with the crunchy, nutty flavor of pecans. These bars are perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or simply enjoying as a sweet treat. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they are a great recipe for bakers of all skill levels. In this article, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the best cookie and pecan bars, including tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC PECAN PIE BARS



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Pecan pie in a bite-sized bar-perfect for a crowd! These pecan pie bars boast a tender shortbread crust and all the flavor of pecan pie.

Provided by Land O'Lakes

Categories     Bar     Pecan     Sweet     Baking     Creating New Traditions     Nut     Dessert

Yield 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Crust
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup Land O Lakes® Butter softened
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans
Filling
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups dark corn syrup
4 large Land O Lakes® Eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine 1 3/4 cups flour, butter and sugar in bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/3 cup pecans.
  • Press crust mixture evenly onto bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch baking pan. Bake 18-22 minutes or until edges are very light golden brown.
  • Combine brown sugar, 6 tablespoons flour, and salt in large bowl; whisk until mixed. Add corn syrup, eggs and vanilla; mix well. Stir in 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans. Spread evenly over hot, partially baked crust. Bake 30-35 minutes or until filling is set and knife inserted 1-inch from edge comes out clean.
  • Cool completely. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 30 milligrams, Sodium 125 milligrams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 2 grams

PECAN BAR COOKIES



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When you're baking for a party, making these pecan bars that guests can hold in their hands is a great idea.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar
1 tablespoon dark corn syrup
2 cups pecans, coarsely chopped
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Using an electric mixer, beat butter, confectioners' sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt until light. Beat in 2 cups flour until it forms a mass. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch pan. Place a sheet of plastic wrap on the dough and use it to press the dough into the pan (this will make it easier and will prevent the dough from sticking to your fingers). Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons flour, remaining teaspoon salt, and baking powder. Using an electric mixer, beat eggs, brown sugar, and corn syrup until light. Fold flour mixture into egg mixture, then pecans and coconut.
  • Pour over crust and bake 20 to 25 minutes until set. Run a metal spatula around the edges while still warm, then transfer to a wire rack and cool in pan before cutting into 24 bars.

PECAN BARS



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) cold unsalted butter, cubed, plus more for dish
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar
Pinch salt
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
3 cups coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Line a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with foil allowing an overhang about 2 inches off the sides. Butter the foil.
  • In a food processor, blend together flour, sugar, butter and salt until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Add 2 tablespoons cold water and mix until the dough just holds together. Press dough into bottom of buttered baking dish and bake in oven until golden in color, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling. In a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, add the butter, brown sugar and a pinch of salt and mix on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the corn syrup, flour and pecans and mix until just combined. Spread the filling over the baked crust and bake until golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
  • Remove from pan by pulling up the foil sides and putting it on a cutting board. Cut bars in desired size with a sharp knife and arrange them on a serving tray. Can be stored in an airtight container up to 2 days.

CARAMEL-PECAN COOKIE BUTTER BARS



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These cookie butter bars were an instant hit in my house. I love cookie butter and thought this was another tasty way to use it. The cookies freeze well, too. -Sherry Little, Cabot, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Biscoff creamy cookie spread
1 large egg, room temperature
1-1/4 cups self-rising flour
2 cups pecan halves, coarsely chopped
1 package (11 ounces) caramels
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars and cookie butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg. Gradually beat in flour. Spread onto bottom of greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with pecans; press lightly into dough. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine caramels and cream. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until caramels are melted. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over crust. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over bars; let stand until set. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PECAN PIE BARS I



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These pecan pie bars are great for the children and adults in any family.

Provided by MARIETA

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup margarine
4 eggs
1 ½ cups light corn syrup
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons margarine, melted
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in 1 cup of margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the prepared pan, and press in firmly.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large bowl mix together the eggs, corn syrup, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3 tablespoons margarine, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans. Spread the filling evenly over the crust as soon as it comes out of the oven.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until set. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 117.5 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

COOKIE AND PECAN BARS



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Provided by Danny Boome

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 or more squares, depending on size

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 cups packaged chocolate chip cookies, crushed into bite-size bits
3 cups pecan halves
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup glazed cherries
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
1 cup light brown sugar
12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the cookies, pecan halves, raisins, and cherries.
  • Place a piece of parchment inside an 8 by 8-inch baking dish. Parchment should hang over the edges all around. (Alternatively, you can butter the dish on all sides.)
  • Place a large saucepan or deep skillet on low heat, melt 2 sticks of butter then add in the brown sugar. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. Bring to a simmer. Stir to make sure the sugar is melted and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add the butter mixture to the cookies, pecans, raisins and cherries. Stir until combined. Pour the warm mixture into the prepared baking pan. Spread evenly with a spatula or the back of a large spoon.
  • Place a medium saucepan of water, about 2 cups, onto a medium heat. Then place a heat-proof bowl over it to create a double boiler. Add the chocolate chips to the bowl. Allow the chocolate to sit for 1 minute over the heat. When it starts to melt, stir until it's completely melted. Pour the melted chocolate over top of the pecan mixture. Spread out evenly. Place the mixture into the refrigerator for about 1 hour or into the freezer for 10 minutes to set the chocolate.
  • Once set, tip out onto a cutting board, peel off the parchment and with a sharp knife cut the slab into small squares and serve.

CHOCOLATE CHIP BAR COOKIES WITH PECANS



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Pecan     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dark brown sugar (about 2 cups firmly packed)
2/3 cup solid vegetable shortening, melted, cooled
3 large eggs
2 2/3 cups all purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 12-ounce package semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Using electric mixer, beat sugar and shortening in large bowl to blend. Beat in eggs 1 at a time. Sift flour, baking powder and salt over batter; beat to blend. Mix in chocolate chips and nuts. Spread batter in prepared pan.
  • Bake until top is golden and tester inserted into center comes out with moist crumbs still attached, about 35 minutes. Cool in pan on rack; cut into bars.

COCONUT PECAN BARS



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With a butterscotch flavor, these tasty bars have always been welcomed with open arms by my family. Since they're simple to make, kids can have fun pitching in.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, salt and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in coconut and pecans (batter will be thick). , Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

OATMEAL PECAN BARS



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These chewy bars took first place in the bar cookie division at our country fair in 2001. Topping them with a coconut-pecan frosting is a tasty twist.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 40 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup cold butter
1 can (15 ounces) coconut-pecan frosting
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 2 cups for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until set., In a microwave-safe bowl, heat frosting for 30-45 seconds or until softened; stir well. Spread over crust. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and pecans. Top with reserved crumb mixture. , Bake for 14-18 minutes or until frosting is bubbly and top is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack; cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY PECAN BARS



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This recipe comes from my sister-in-law. These taste like the best pecan pie you could ever eat, except you don't need a plate and fork.

Provided by JonG

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 52m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix, divided
¼ cup butter, softened
1 egg, lightly beaten
¾ cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup dark corn syrup
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch cake pan.
  • Set aside 1 cup cake mix to be used for filling.
  • Mix remaining cake mix, butter, and 1 lightly beaten egg together in a bowl until crumbly; press into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, about 12 minutes.
  • Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, 3 eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; add the reserved 1 cup cake mix and stir until well blended. Spread mixture evenly over crust and top with pecans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling appears to be set when gently shaken, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 88.6 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

PECAN CARDAMOM BAR COOKIES



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I have been making these delicious cookies for my family for 15 years, they love the pecan and cardamom flavor.

Provided by Lea M.

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg, separated
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cardamom
¾ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup chopped pecans
1 ½ tablespoons Butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1cup of butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of vanilla. Combine the flour, cardamom and salt; stir into the batter until it forms a soft dough. Spread evenly in the prepared pan. Brush the top with egg white and sprinkle pecans over the top.
  • Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven. Prepare the frosting while the cookies bake.
  • Melt the remaining butter in a saucepan over low heat until it starts to brown. Remove from the heat and stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in enough milk to achieve a drizzling consistency. Drizzle frosting onto the bars when warm. Cool, then cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 91.4 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

BUTTER PECAN COOKIE BARS WITH PENUCHE DRIZZLE



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I have made these Butter Pecan Cookie Bars for many, many years. They are rich, chewy, nutty and buttery-all the good stuff. They freeze well, that is, if they last long enough. A little drizzle of old-fashioned penuche icing takes them over the top. -Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans, divided
ICING:
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and butter until blended. Beat in eggs, then vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in 3/4 cup pecans. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup pecans., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean (do not overbake). Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., For icing, in a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in brown sugar; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add milk; cook and stir 30 seconds. Remove from heat; whisk in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Immediately drizzle over bars; let stand until set. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final product. Use real butter, not margarine, and use high-quality chocolate and nuts.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Don't overbake them, or they will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Cookie and pecan bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover cookie dough, and they can be customized with your favorite flavors and toppings. Whether you like them chewy, crunchy, or somewhere in between, there is a cookie and pecan bar recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give cookie and pecan bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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