Pecan pie bars combine two delicious elements into one decadent dessert. The buttery, sweet, and gooey filling of pecan pie is perfectly complemented by a flaky and crispy crust. These treats can be served warm or cold and are a delightful addition to any gathering or celebration. With various recipes available, ranging from classic to modern variations, there's a pecan pie bar recipe out there to suit every taste and preference. This article will guide you through the diverse world of pecan pie bar recipes, highlighting the unique flavors and textures that make this dessert so special.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CLASSIC PECAN PIE BARS
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
FAVORITE PECAN PIE BARS
This pecan bar recipe is the perfect little gift this winter. Send your favorite holiday travelers on their way with a package of these nutty little bars to eat when they get home. -Sylvia Ford, Kennett, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt; cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20 minutes., For filling, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted butter and vanilla. Stir in pecans. Spread over hot crust., Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until filling is set. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PECAN PIE BARS I
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
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
PECAN PIE BARS
These easy pecan pie bars start with a brown butter press-in shortbread crust and are a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table.
Categories おせち Christmas Thanksgiving baking comfort food dessert snack
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter or spray the bottom and sides a 13x9-inch baking pan with baking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper or foil letting the excess extend over the edges of the pan.
- Cube the butter and place in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until butter smells nutty and the solids and turned brown, 6-8 minutes. Immediately pour the butter into a medium bowl, top stop the cooking. Whisk in the sugar and salt. Add flour and stir until it is fully moistened. Press the crust evenly into the bottom of the baking pan. (The crust will be moist. Press carefully to reach all edges and corners of the pan).
- Bake for 15 minutes. Remove and lightly press down any large bubbles in the crust.
- For the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, corn syrup, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in the pecan halves. Pour over the baked crust.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until the topping is puffed and set (it should not wiggle). Let cool completely in the pan. Use the excess parchment or foil to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares to serve.
PECAN PIE BARS
Steps:
- HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Combine flour and brown sugar in medium bowl; cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press mixture into bottom of 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
- BAKE 10 to 15 minutes.
- COMBINE pecans, sweetened condensed milk, eggs and lemon juice in small bowl; pour over partially baked crust.
- BAKE 25 minutes or until filling is set. Cool. Cut into bars.
PECAN PIE BARS
We transformed your favorite, rich and gooey Thanksgiving pie into an easy, shareable bar! These pecan pie bars deliver big on the traditional nutty, caramel flavor and the recipe yields 36 servings. So you can forget baking two pies, this recipe will feed your whole crowd! All it takes to get these bars baking is your 13x9 pan and 15 minutes of prep time. Once they're cut and cooled, dip them in melted chocolate for a decadent holiday treat everyone will adore.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix granulated sugar, butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Stir in flour. Press dough in bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of pan. Bake 15 to 17 minutes or until edges are light brown.
- Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat brown sugar, corn syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla, the salt and eggs with spoon. Stir in pecans. Pour over crust.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until set. Loosen edges from sides of pan while warm. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows. Dip 1 end of each bar into melted chocolate; lay flat on waxed paper to dry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 60 mg
PECAN PIE BARS
These pecan pie bars are rich and delicious - just like pecan pie! They're perfect for taking to potlucks and other gatherings...I always come home with an empty pan. These Kentucky Derby pecan pie bars are the perfect snack while watching the races. -Carolyn Custer, Clifton Park, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Press firmly onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the milk, egg, vanilla and salt until smooth. Stir in toffee bits and pecans; spread evenly over baked crust. , Bake until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes longer. Cool. Cover and chill; cut into bars. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality pecans for the best flavor.
- Toast the pecans before using to enhance their flavor.
- Use a food processor to chop the pecans finely.
- Do not overmix the filling, as this can make the bars tough.
- Bake the bars until the center is set and the filling is no longer jiggly.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.
- Serve the bars with whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Pecan pie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a buttery crust, a sweet and nutty filling, and a pecan streusel topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. They are also a great way to use up leftover pecans. So next time you have a craving for something sweet, give these pecan pie bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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