Description

These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars offer all the rich, nutty flavor of traditional pecan pie in an easy-to-make bar form. Featuring a buttery crumbly crust topped with a luscious, gooey pecan filling, these bars are perfect for quick dessert fixes, potlucks, or anytime sweet cravings strike. With minimal fuss and simple ingredients, they deliver classic holiday indulgence with very little effort.

Ingredients

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Crust

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar

Filling

3 large eggs
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar. Mix until the mixture becomes crumbly and well-combined, forming the base dough.
Press and Bake the Crust: Evenly press the crumbly dough into the bottom of a prepared baking dish, creating an even layer. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
Make the Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, light corn syrup, packed brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
Assemble and Bake: Pour the pecan filling evenly over the pre-baked crust. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and has turned a golden brown color.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to set fully. Once cooled, slice into squares and serve.

Notes

Be sure to let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices and proper filling set.
You can toast the pecans beforehand to enhance their flavor if desired.
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.