Pecan Pie Bars Recipe with Honey and Brown Sugar
Buttery shortbread squares topped with a sticky brown-sugar, honey and pecan filling.
These pecan bars have a buttery shortbread base topped with a brown-sugar, honey and pecan filling. The source supplies two eggs for the filling and one for the crust; this version keeps that structure but uses a separate crust bake so the base stays firm. Pour the nut filling over the warm crust and bake until the centre is just set. Cool completely before cutting into squares, since the filling firms as it rests. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 23 x 33 cm baking pan with parchment. Beat butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Beat in one egg and vanilla. Mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Press evenly into the pan.
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Pecan Pie Bars Recipe with Honey and Brown Sugar
Equipment: Knife, cutting board, mixing bowl and suitable pan
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare pan
Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 23 x 33 cm baking pan with parchment.
Make crust
Beat butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Beat in one egg and vanilla. Mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Press evenly into the pan.
Par-bake
Bake crust 15 to 18 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
Make filling
Whisk three eggs, brown sugar, honey and vanilla until smooth. Fold in pecans.
Bake bars
Pour filling over warm crust. Bake 25 to 30 minutes until edges are set and centre jiggles only slightly.
Cool and cut
Cool completely, then chill briefly for neat squares.
How to tell when it is ready
Filling is set at the edges and barely wobbles in the centre.
Tips
- Press crust evenly into the pan.
- Par-bake before adding filling.
- Cool completely before slicing.
- Chill briefly for clean cuts.
Troubleshooting
- If the mixture is too thick, add liquid a little at a time.
- If browning too quickly, lower the heat.
Substitutions
- Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
- Choose a broth or seasoning that suits your dietary needs.
Variations
- Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
- Add a little citrus for brightness.
Serving suggestions
- Serve with coffee.
- Add a spoonful of whipped cream.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream.
- Offer with sliced pears.
Make ahead
Measure ingredients ahead and finish cooking shortly before serving.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3 days.
Food safety
Contains wheat, egg, dairy, pecans and honey. Do not serve honey to infants under 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
Can I prepare this ahead?
Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.
How should I store pecan pie bars?
Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3 days.
Serve promptly and refrigerate leftovers safely.
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