PECAN BARS MADE WITH SPLENDA©

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I used the advice from the Splenda© website to make these pecan bars as diabetic friendly as possible without sacrificing taste or texture. They were a HUGE hit both at home and at work and no one knew they were healthified! This recipe calls for whole wheat flour which also adds a nice nutty flavor to the crust. If you do not use whole wheat flour often, you can freeze it so it will keep longer.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h55m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces (use cold from the rerigerator, 1 stick)
1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into cup and leveled
1/2 cup whole wheat flour, spooned into cup and leveled
1/2 cup Splenda brown sugar blend, spooned into cup and leveled
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups pecans
1/2 cup Splenda brown sugar blend, packed
1/4 cup Splenda granular
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces (1/2 stick)
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F; butter and 8-inch square baking dish, then line it with two criss-crossed sheets of parchment paper and butter that.
  • To make the crust, combine the ingredients in a food process and process until fine crumbs form; place crumbs in the prepared baking dish and press down evenly with your fingers (flour your fingers if the dough is too sticky).
  • Bake just until the edges begin to brown, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the filling: Spread pecans out on a fimmed baking sheet and toast in oven, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, about 6 to 8 minutes; coarsely chop (or buy them already coarsely chopped and toast them the same way, heh heh heh).
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, honey, and cream; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until slighly thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in pecans and vanilla; spread over the baked crust and let cool in the pan for an hour.
  • Once cooled, lift out of the pan using the parchment overhang, and place on a cutting board.
  • Cut into 24 rectangles.
  • NOTE: These bars will remain fresh for 5 days if stored at room temperature in an airtight container. They also freeze well and can be frozen before they are cut, if you like (just bring to room temperature to before cutting).

Sk Nabil hossain Shakil
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I was a bit skeptical about using Splenda in this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The bars turned out great and no one could tell that they were made with a sugar substitute.


Uzman
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These are the best pecan bars I've ever had! The Splenda makes them perfectly sweet without being too sugary.


Sarait Toro
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I've made these pecan bars several times now and they always turn out great. They're a family favorite and I always get rave reviews.


Sthembile Malomane
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These bars are so good! The crust is flaky and the filling is gooey and sweet. I will definitely be making these again.


Letisha Kyaterekera
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the Splenda worked in this recipe. The bars turned out perfectly and had a great flavor.


Asaboot media tube
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These pecan bars are a delightful treat that combines a buttery crust with a sweet and nutty filling. The Splenda adds a touch of sweetness without being overpowering. The bars are easy to make and are a perfect addition to any dessert table.