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Winter Pecan Pie Bars Easy No Rolling

Winter Pecan Pie Bars Easy No Rolling

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • For the Shortbread Crust:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Pecan Filling:
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups light corn syrup (or maple syrup)
  • 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars out later. Lightly grease any exposed pan surfaces with non-stick spray or butter.
  2. Step 2: Make the Shortbread Crust: In a large bowl or food processor, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and cold cubed butter. Pulse or use a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  3. Step 3: Pre-bake the Crust: Place the crust in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn a very light golden brown. Removing the crust early ensures it stays tender rather than becoming hard and crunchy.
  4. Step 4: Prepare the Pecan Filling: While the crust bakes, whisk the eggs in a medium bowl. Add the corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans until they are thoroughly coated.
  5. Step 5: Final Bake: Pour the pecan mixture over the hot, pre-baked crust. Spread the pecans evenly to the edges. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The filling should be set around the edges but still have a slight jiggle in the very center.
  6. Step 6: Cooling and Slicing: Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for at least two hours. This step is crucial for the filling to set properly. Once cool, lift the bars out using the parchment overhang and slice into 16 squares.
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes

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