Ingredients for Golden Pecan Bars
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
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How to Make Golden Pecan Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and brown sugar. Mix well until evenly distributed.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until light and frothy.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges begin to lightly brown.
- While the crust is baking, prepare the pecan topping.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, butter, orange juice, and honey.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then boil for exactly 3 minutes without stirring. This creates the perfect caramelized topping.
- Remove from heat and immediately pour the hot syrup evenly over the partially baked crust.
- Sprinkle the pecan halves generously over the syrup.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. This allows the bars to set properly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
53g
Fat
17g
Carbs
7g
