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Easy Pecan Pie Bars: 1 Divine Shortbread Recipe

Pecan Pie Bars with Shortbread Crust
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Enjoy these delicious Pecan Pie Bars with a buttery shortbread crust. They’re an easy and delightful treat that brings the classic flavor of pecan pie into a portable bar form. Perfect for sharing or a personal indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the pecan halves, brown sugar, eggs, corn syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined.
  6. Pour the pecan filling evenly over the shortbread crust.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the filling is set.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into them.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
  • Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the best crust texture.
  • Allowing the bars to cool completely is key to clean cuts.

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