Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade Maple Pecan Pie Bars with this easy recipe. Learn how to bake these mouthwatering treats today!
Ingredients
- – 5 tbsp (75g) unsalted butter, melted
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) (tightly packed) brown sugar
- – 1/4 tsp (1 ml) cooking salt / kosher salt
- – 1 cup (240 ml) plain flour (all-purpose flour)
- – 1 1/2 cup (360 ml) pecans
- – 5 tbsp (75g) unsalted butter
- – 1/2 cup (120 ml) (tightly packed) brown sugar
- – 1/4 tsp (1 ml) cooking salt / kosher salt
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) maple syrup, real not artificially flavored (honey would also work)
- – 2 large eggs (~55g/2oz each)
- – 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) pecans
- – 2 tsp (10 ml) maple syrup
- – 1 pinch salt
- – 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt flakes, for sprinkling at the end (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by combining the melted butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt, then incorporate the flour. Press this mixture into a lined 20cm/8″ pan and bake for 15 minutes at 180°C/350°F (160°C for fan ovens). Let it cool for 15 minutes. In the meantime, toast the pecans in the oven for 10 minutes alongside the base, then chop them coarsely.
- For the filling, heat butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and a dash of salt in a saucepan until it simmers. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes, then whisk in the eggs and vanilla. Stir in the chopped pecans. Pour this filling over the cooled base and distribute evenly.
- For the topping, toss whole pecans in maple syrup and sprinkle them over the filling. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Let the dessert cool completely at room temperature, approximately 2 hours, or speed up the process by placing it in the fridge. Once set, cut into 16 or 9 squares and enjoy by hand!
Notes
- Toast pecans for the crust to enhance the nutty flavor.
- Allow the filling to cool slightly before adding eggs to avoid overcooking.
- Sprinkle salt flakes for added crunch and flavor, or drizzle extra maple syrup for a sweeter option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: maple pecan bars, buttery pecan squares, easy pecan dessert, homemade maple pecans, pecan maple slice
