Best 4 Pecan Pie Bars Southern Living Recipes
Indulge in the Southern charm and irresistible flavors of Pecan Pie Bars, a delightful treat that combines the classic Southern pecan pie with the convenience of a bar cookie. These delectable bars feature a buttery shortbread crust filled with a rich, gooey pecan filling and topped with a generous layer of chopped pecans. The perfect balance of sweetness, nuttiness, and buttery goodness makes these bars a favorite among dessert lovers.
This article offers two tempting variations of Pecan Pie Bars to satisfy every craving. The first recipe, Southern Living's Pecan Pie Bars, stays true to the traditional Southern pecan pie, featuring a flaky crust, a luscious pecan filling made with brown sugar, corn syrup, and eggs, and a generous topping of pecans. The second recipe, Pecan Pie Bars with Chocolate Ganache, elevates the classic pecan pie bar with a decadent chocolate ganache topping, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Whether you prefer the timeless Southern classic or crave a touch of chocolate indulgence, these Pecan Pie Bars are sure to become a beloved treat in your baking repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of Southern comfort and sweet indulgence.
PECAN PIE RECIPE
It's a proven tradition that Thanksgiving dinner just isn't complete without a pecan pie; and at a Southern holiday meal, there's really nothing better than showcasing the classics. This pecan pie recipe is a true classic: simple, reliable, and darn good. We can appreciate pecan pies infused with bourbon, filled with chocolate, or drizzled with caramel, and we find pecan pie bars and bites incredibly tasty forms of the dessert too; but if you're a committed traditionalist (which we can definitely relate), a classic pecan pie recipe like this is the way to go. This recipe uses refrigerated pie crust for a process made easier and quicker without sacrificing a lick of that ooey, gooey flavor we love, and it only takes about 10 minutes to get this indulgent holiday pie ready to pop right in the oven, which makes it that much more appealing. You can decide how finely you want your pecans chopped to change up the presentation and amount of crunch in every bite. We usually go with very roughly chopped nuts for a great texture that complements the gooey filling perfectly, but finely chopped pecans make for a cohesive texture you might enjoy too! No matter how you slice it (or, in this case, chop it), nothing satisfies a Southerner's sweet tooth around the holidays quite like pecan pie. You can serve this pie with a dollop of homemade sweetened whipped cream for a finishing touch that works superbly with the nuttiness of the pie.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Categories Pies
Yield 1 (9-inch) pie
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Unfold 1 piecrust, and roll to press out fold lines. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate according to package directions; fold edges under, and crimp.
- Whisk together eggs and next 6 ingredients in a saucepan over low heat until well blended. Pour into piecrust; sprinkle with pecans.
- Bake at 350° on lower rack 30 minutes or until pie is set.
FAVORITE PECAN PIE BARS
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
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.
SOUTHERN PECAN PIE BARS
With pecans being native to the southern US, this easy bar version of the classic pie is perfect for Thanksgiving. Pair the proverbial nut with Golden Eagle syrup, an Alabama specialty, and this dessert is as Southern as they come.
Provided by Smart Cookie
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on at least 2 sides. Spray the parchment paper with baking spray.
- Combine flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor and pulse 6 or 7 times to combine. Transfer mixture to the lined pan and press into an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden brown, about 20 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack.
- Combine eggs, brown sugar, melted butter, flour, and salt together in a large bowl. Mix in syrup until well combined. Stir in pecans. Pour over the still-warm shortbread crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour. Run a knife around the edge of the pan and pull out using the parchment overhang. Slice into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 200.9 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
PECAN PIE BARS (SOUTHERN LIVING)
This recipe was sent as a promotion for the book "Christmas with Southern Living 2000." The pecans are very finely chopped and make a pretty and delicious bar cookie.
Provided by Bren in LR
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h40m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine flour, sugar and salt in large bowl; cut in 3/4 cup butter thoroughly with a pastry lender until mixture resembles very fine crumbs. Press mixture evenly into a greased 13 x 9 inch pan, using a piece of plastic wrap to press crumb mixture firmly in pan. Bake at 350* for 17 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring gently.
- Remove from heat. Stir one-fourth of hot mixture into beaten eggs; add to remaining hot mixture. Stir in pecans and vanilla.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake at 350* for 34 to 35 minutes or until set. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Yields 16 large bars.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality pecans. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie bars.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will make it easier to handle.
- Bake the pie bars until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Overbaking will make the crust dry and the filling rubbery.
- Let the pie bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help prevent them from falling apart.
Conclusion:
Pecan pie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that are perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and nutty filling and flaky crust, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give these pecan pie bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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