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Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars

Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars for Cozy Fall Gatherings

These Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars blend the classic flavors of pecan pie into an easy-to-make dessert, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter can be swapped with vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar regular granulated sugar can be used, though the flavor will differ
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances all other flavors in the crust
Filling
  • 3 large eggs for vegan option, consider flax or chia seeds as a substitute
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup avoid pancake syrup for a true taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans introduces the classic nutty crunch
Topping
  • 0.5 teaspoon flaky sea salt add just before serving

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
  3. While the crust bakes, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, and flour until smooth. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  4. Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven to bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until set and golden.
  5. Let the bars cool in the pan for about an hour. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before slicing.
  6. Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and slice into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enhance flavor by toasting the pecans before use. For neat cuts, refrigerate for 30-60 minutes before slicing.

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