Description
Maple pecan pie bars are a delicious twist on classic pecan pie, with a buttery crust and a rich maple-pecan filling. They are easy to make and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir in pecans.
- Pour the filling over the crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- For a crunchier texture, toast the pecans before adding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg