Best 2 Favorite Pecan Pie Bars Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Favorite Pecan Pie Bars, a delectable treat that combines the classic flavors of pecan pie with the convenience of a bar cookie. This scrumptious dessert features a buttery shortbread crust, a rich and gooey pecan filling, and a sweet and crunchy pecan topping. With three tempting variations – Classic, Chocolate Chip, and Gluten-Free – these pecan pie bars offer something for everyone to savor. The Classic Pecan Pie Bars are a traditional delight, featuring a golden crust, a filling bursting with pecan flavor, and a generous topping of pecan halves. The Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie Bars add a touch of indulgence with semisweet chocolate chips mixed into the filling, creating a delightful combination of flavors. For those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Pecan Pie Bars are a delicious alternative, featuring a crust made with almond flour and gluten-free oats. No matter which variation you choose, these pecan pie bars are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or as a special treat for your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FAVORITE PECAN PIE BARS

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This pecan bar recipe is the perfect little gift this winter. Send your favorite holiday travelers on their way with a package of these nutty little bars to eat when they get home. -Sylvia Ford, Kennett, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
4 large eggs
1-1/2 cups corn syrup
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt; cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20 minutes., For filling, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted butter and vanilla. Stir in pecans. Spread over hot crust., Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until filling is set. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PECAN PIE BARS I

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These pecan pie bars are great for the children and adults in any family.

Provided by MARIETA

Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup margarine
4 eggs
1 ½ cups light corn syrup
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons margarine, melted
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups chopped pecans

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in 1 cup of margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the prepared pan, and press in firmly.
Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large bowl mix together the eggs, corn syrup, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3 tablespoons margarine, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans. Spread the filling evenly over the crust as soon as it comes out of the oven.
Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until set. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 117.5 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

Tips:

Use a food processor or blender to make quick work of the graham cracker crumbs and butter mixture.
If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can crush the graham crackers in a plastic bag with a rolling pin.
Be sure to press the graham cracker crumbs and butter mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan.
For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips or semisweet chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
If you don't have any chopped pecans, you can use walnuts or almonds instead.
Be sure to let the pecan pie bars cool completely before cutting them into bars.
Store the pecan pie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
You can also freeze the pecan pie bars for up to 2 months. Just be sure to thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

Conclusion:

Pecan pie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up any leftover graham crackers or pecans. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of pecan pie bars ready to enjoy in no time. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these pecan pie bars a try. You won't be disappointed!