Best 3 Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Recipes

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If you're looking for a sweet and indulgent treat that will satisfy your craving for something rich and flavorful, pecan pie surprise bars are the perfect dessert for you. These delightful bars are made with a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of gooey pecan pie filling, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. They're easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PECAN PIE SURPRISE BARS (PILLSBURY BAKE-OFF WINNER)



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This is the 1971 winner of the Pillsbury Bake-Off. It was created by Pearl Hall of Washington. It's described as "delicious as pecan pie" only easier to make and much more portable to eat in bar form.

Provided by DuChick

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) package butter recipe cake mix
1/3 cup margarine or 1/3 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • Grease 13 x 9 inch pan.
  • Reserve 2/3 cup of the dry cake mix for filling.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining dry cake mix, margarine and 1 egg at low speed until well blended.
  • Press in bottom of greased pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until light golden brown.
  • In large bowl, combine reserved 2/3 cup dry cake mix, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and 3 eggs at low speed until moistened.
  • Beat 1 minute at medium speed or until well blended.
  • Pour filling mixture over warm base; sprinkle with pecans.
  • Bake an additional 30-35 minutes or until filling is set.
  • Cool completely.
  • Cut into 36 bars.
  • Store in refrigerator.

PECAN PIE SURPRISE BARS



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Here's your pecan pie and cookie too!

Provided by Glenda

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
½ cup butter, melted
1 egg
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ cups dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 x13 inch baking pan.
  • Reserve 2/3 cup of the cake mix and set aside. In a large bowl combine the remaining cake mix, melted butter and 1 egg. Mix until crumbly then press mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, until light golden brown.
  • Combine the reserved 2/3 cup cake mix, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and 3 eggs. Beat at medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour filling over the baked crust and sprinkle with pecans.
  • Return to oven and bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes, until the filling is set. Cool and cut into 36 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 55.5 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 284.7 mg, Sugar 26 g

PECAN PIE SURPRISE BARS



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Categories     Cookies     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield Makes 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

Crust:
1 packaged yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 egg
Filling:
2/3 cup of reserved cake mix
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Grease the bottom and sides of a 13 x 9 inch pan. Reserve 2/3 cup of the dry cake mix for the filling. In a large bowl, combine remaining cake mix, butter and 1 egg. Mix until crumbly. Press into pan and bake at 350 degrees for 15 -20 minutes until golden brown. Prepare filling. In a large bowl, combine all filling ingredients, except pecans. Beat with a mixer on medium speed for 1-2 minutes. Pour filling over partially baked crust. Sprinkle with the one cup of pecans. Return to oven for 30-35 minutes until filling is set. Cool and cut into bars.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • If you don't have any chocolate chips, you can use chopped nuts or dried fruit instead.
  • To make the bars even more decadent, drizzle them with melted chocolate before serving.
  • For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free crust mix.
  • To make the bars ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Wrap the bars tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the bars overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours.

Conclusion:

Pecan pie surprise bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their gooey chocolate filling, buttery crust, and crunchy pecans, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to make, give pecan pie surprise bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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