Delicious Pecan Pie Bars Recipe

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Delicious Pecan Pie Bars Recipe 🥧✨

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 and 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1.5 teaspoons cornstarch
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

For the Filling:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2.5 cups chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal later.
2. Prepare the Crust: In a food processor, combine the flour, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Pulse briefly to mix.
3. Add Butter: Cut the cold butter into small pieces and scatter it over the flour mixture. Pulse until the butter is incorporated and pea-sized pieces remain.
4. Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and pulse until the dough is sandy but clumps together when pressed.
5. Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, pressing it into an even layer with the back of a spoon.
6. Bake Crust: Bake for about 25 minutes, or until light golden brown. Prepare the filling while the crust bakes.
7. Make Filling: Melt the butter and let it cool. In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and flour until smooth.
8. Add Eggs and Syrup: Add the eggs, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until combined.
9. Incorporate Butter: Gradually drizzle in the cooled melted butter, stirring until fully mixed.
10. Add Pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
11. Combine Filling and Crust: Once the crust is baked, pour the pecan filling over it, spreading it evenly.
12. Bake Again: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set.
13. Cool Completely: Allow to cool completely, ideally for 4-6 hours or overnight.
14. Slice and Serve: Use the parchment or foil to lift the bars from the pan. Cut into squares and enjoy!