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Lazy Pecan Pie Bars

Lazy Pecan Pie Bars
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Lazy Pecan Pie Bars are a quick and easy dessert with a buttery crust, rich caramel-like filling, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal ingredients and effort, these bars are ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or last-minute treats. They offer all the classic flavors of pecan pie in a convenient, mess-free bar form.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • Pinch of salt

For the Filling

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup or honey (optional for extra stickiness and shine)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts/almonds/seeds as preferred)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix the flour, room temperature butter, and a pinch of salt until crumbly. Press this mixture evenly into the pan to form a sturdy base. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
  2. Make the pecan filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and corn syrup or honey (if using) until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the filling.
  3. Combine and bake: Pour the pecan filling evenly over the pre-baked crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set but still slightly gooey in the center.
  4. Cool and slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This cooling is essential for clean slicing. Once cooled, cut into bars or squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for a perfect crumb texture in the crust.
  • Do not overbake; the filling should have a slight jiggle to stay gooey and soft.
  • Chop pecans uniformly to ensure an even texture in every bite.
  • Allow bars to cool fully before slicing to firm up the filling and achieve clean cuts.
  • Line the baking pan with parchment paper to ease removal and cleanup.

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