Best 5 Fudgy Pecan Pie Bars Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet and delectable dessert that combines the richness of chocolate and the crunch of pecans? Look no further than fudgy pecan pie bars! These irresistible treats are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a velvety chocolate filling, a buttery crust, and an abundance of toasted pecans. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this step-by-step guide will take you on a culinary journey, transforming simple ingredients into a dessert masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. So, grab your apron, preheat your oven, and let's embark on the delightful adventure of creating fudgy pecan pie bars that will surely impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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

FUDGY PECAN PIE BARS



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Looking for a dessert made using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour? Then check out these chocolate pecan bars - a crunchy treat!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2/3 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Beat flour, 3/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup sugar, the cocoa and 1 teaspoon vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Press in bottom of ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan. Bake 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, beat eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, the corn syrup and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in medium bowl with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in pecans and chocolate chips. Spoon evenly over baked crust.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until set. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 50 mg

CHEWY PECAN PIE BARS



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This is one of my husband's favorite recipes, and he suggested I send it in. I've been making these pecan pie bars for many years. -Judy Taylor, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups packed brown sugar
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Pour butter into a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, combine the next 6 ingredients; mix well. Stir in pecans. Spread over butter. , Bake 30-35 minutes. Remove from oven. If desired, immediately dust with confectioners' sugar. Cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FUDGY PECAN PIE



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This started out as just a plain chocolate pie that I "dressed up" for company. Now when I serve it, guests often tell me, "Your pie looks too good to eat - but I won't let that stop me!" -Ellen Arndt, Cologne, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup water
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 cup cold milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup whipped topping
TOPPING:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil and set shell aside. Reduce heat to 375°. , In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate and butter. Remove from the heat; stir in milk and water. Add a small amount of hot chocolate mixture to eggs; return all to the pan. Stir in vanilla and salt. Pour into shell; sprinkle with nuts. Cover edges with foil. Bake for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely. , In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over nut layer; cover and refrigerate. , In a bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over pudding layer. Refrigerate until set, about 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 666 calories, Fat 41g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHEWY PECAN PIE BARS



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Tastes like a pecan pie!

Provided by benson_lorraine

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter, melted
2 cups packed brown sugar
4 eggs
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Pour melted butter into a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Beat brown sugar, eggs, flour, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl until smooth; stir in pecans. Spread the sugar mixture over the butter in the baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set and golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from oven; dust with confectioners' sugar. Cool until easily touched, about 10 minutes; cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 54.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 101.8 mg, Sugar 27.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to finely chop the pecans. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the bars.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the pecans by hand. Just be sure to chop them as finely as possible.
  • If you don't have dark chocolate chips, you can use semi-sweet chocolate chips instead.
  • If you want a gooey center, bake the bars for 25-30 minutes. If you want a firmer center, bake the bars for 30-35 minutes.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Serve the bars at room temperature or slightly chilled for best results.

Conclusion:

Fudgy pecan pie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a gooey chocolate center and a pecan-studded crust, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these fudgy pecan pie bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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