Angel Food Bars 1965 Recipe

These dreamy Angel Food Bars are a blast from the past, a quick and easy recipe from 1965! Get ready to indulge in delicate, melt-in-your-mouth bars with a gooey pecan topping. This nostalgic dessert is perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or a sweet treat any time. No-bake option available!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 119 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Angel Food Bars 1965

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup melted butter (2 sticks)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0 vanilla wafers
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

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How to Make Angel Food Bars 1965

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs and 1 cup shredded coconut. Mix until well combined.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into a greased 10x15 inch baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  7. While the bars are baking, prepare the topping: In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1 cup pecan halves.
  8. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. Bring to a gentle boil and boil for exactly 3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and pour the hot pecan mixture evenly over the warm baked bars.
  10. For a bubbly topping (optional): Place the baking sheet under the broiler 4 inches from the heat source. Broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully, until the topping is bubbly. (Keep a close eye to prevent burning).
  11. Remove from oven and let cool completely before cutting into approximately 50 bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

17g

Carbs

4g

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