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Pecan Butter Tart Bars Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Pecan Butter Tart Bars, a Canadian classic perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a delightful anytime treat! This recipe delivers rich, buttery, pecan-packed goodness in every bite. Easy to make and even easier to freeze for later, these bars are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 97.6 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pecan Butter Tart Bars

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How to Make Pecan Butter Tart Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch square metal baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the bars out later.
  2. **Make the crust:** In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and ½ cup packed light brown sugar.
  3. Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. **Prepare the pecan topping:** Sprinkle ½ cup pecan halves evenly over the baked crust and press them gently into the dough.
  7. Bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. **Make the filling:** In a medium bowl, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, and ¼ cup light corn syrup until smooth and creamy.
  9. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  10. In a separate small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt.
  11. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  12. Pour the filling evenly over the pecan-topped crust.
  13. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set around the edges and the center is slightly jiggly when gently shaken.
  14. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
  15. Cut into bars and serve. Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze for later enjoyment.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

13g

Carbs

3g

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