Perfect Pecan Pie Bars | Easy Holiday Dessert

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds more nutrients.

Preheat a fan forced oven to 170C / 340F (190C / 375F for no fan). Spray a 22 x 33cm / 9 x 13-inch baking tin with oil spray and line the top and sides with baking paper leaving some overhang.

Add the flour, brown sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl and mix using an electric hand mixer. Add the butter and chopped pecans and mix on medium speed until a crumbly texture forms. This can also be done by hand using a spatula.

Press the mixture into the baking tin, getting it as even as you can. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.

Add the brown sugar, flour, and salt into a large mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined. Add the glucose syrup, golden syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Add the pecans and stir through using a spatula.

Pour on top of the lightly baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Take out of the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for 3 hours or overnight. Use a large knife to slice up into 3 x 4 bars, giving you 12 bars in total.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens