Pecan Pie Bars
Delicious pecan pie bars with a buttery crust and a rich, sweet pecan filling. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 0.5 cup cold vegetable shortening
- 0.625 cups ice water
Filling Ingredients
- 1.5 cups light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups pecan halves
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: Whisk together flour and salt. Cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until dough just comes together. Press dough into prepared pan.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla. Stir in pecans.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.