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Gluten Free, Low Carbohydrate, Fudge Brownies with Sea Salted Pecans

Pecan Pie Bars

Rich pecan filling baked over a buttery shortbread crust for an easy handheld version of classic pecan pie.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Servings

Equipment

  • 9x13 pan Used to bake the crust and filling into clean, sliceable bars.
  • Mixing bowl For preparing both the crust dough and pecan filling.
  • Wooden spoon Ideal for stirring the thick pecan mixture evenly.

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Crust

  • 2 cups 240 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ tsp salt

Pecan Filling

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 cup 330 g light corn syrup
  • 2 tbsp 28 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups 220 g chopped pecans
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
  • Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, melted butter, and salt until a soft dough forms.
  • Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until the edges begin turning lightly golden.
  • While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, pecans, and salt until well combined.
  • Pour the filling evenly over the warm crust immediately after it comes out of the oven.
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggles.
  • Let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • Freezing: Freeze sliced bars for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Cutting Tip: Wait until fully cooled to get clean, neat slices.
  • Pecan Texture: Combining chopped and whole pecans adds extra crunch and visual appeal.
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