Butter Pecan Bars Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Butter Pecan Bars – a stunningly presentable treat that's perfectly balanced, not too sweet, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! These easy-to-make bars require minimal prep time and bake in under 35 minutes. While they need time to set and cool (worth the wait!), the result is a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 195.3 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Butter Pecan Bars

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How to Make Butter Pecan Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
  10. Optional: Drizzle melted white chocolate or caramel over the cooled bars for an extra touch of decadence.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

24g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butter Pecan Bars?

Butter Pecan Bars takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butter Pecan Bars?

Butter Pecan Bars has approximately 195.3 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butter Pecan Bars?

The key ingredients for Butter Pecan Bars are All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Dark Corn Syrup, Dark Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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