Pecan Pie Bars That Are Better Than Pecan Pie

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 the oven to 350°F.

In a food processor, combine 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch, and 3/4 teaspoon table salt. Pulse to combine.

Cut 1 cup of cold unsalted butter into small pieces and scatter over the flour mixture. Pulse until the butter is cut into the flour mixture, leaving some pieces of butter visible.

Add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream and pulse until the mixture is crumbly but holds together when pressed.

Press the crumbly dough into a lined 13x9 pan to form an even layer.

Bake the crust in the oven for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden.

Melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter for the filling and let it cool slightly.

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of light brown sugar and 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Whisk to break up clumps.

Add 3 large eggs and lightly beat them before mixing into the sugar and flour.

Stir in 1 cup of light corn syrup, 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 3/4 teaspoon of salt until combined.

Add 2 1/2 cups of chopped pecans and stir until mixed well.

Pour the pecan filling over the warm crust and use a spatula to distribute it evenly.

Return to the oven and bake for an additional time until set.

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