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Pecan Pie Bars


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Delicious pecan pie bars with a sweet topping and buttery cake layer.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 box (15 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Stir in the chopped pecans and pour the mixture evenly into the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pecan filling. Do not stir.
  5. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
  6. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden and edges are bubbling.
  7. Cool for 15–20 minutes before serving to let the filling set.

Notes

  • These bars are best served warm or at room temperature.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg