Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner Recipe

Relive a piece of baking history with this winning recipe from the 1971 Pillsbury Bake-Off! Pearl Hall's sensational Pecan Pie Surprise Bars deliver all the decadent flavor of pecan pie in an easy-to-make, portable bar format. This nostalgic treat is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time you crave a delicious, sweet, and nutty dessert. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 156.3 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner

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How to Make Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. Reserve ⅔ cup (approximately 7 ounces) of the dry yellow cake mix for the filling.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the remaining dry cake mix (approximately 11.3 ounces), ½ cup (1 stick) softened margarine, and 1 large egg. Mix at low speed until well blended.
  5. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  7. In a separate large bowl, combine the reserved ⅔ cup dry cake mix, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup light corn syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 3 large eggs. Mix at low speed until moistened.
  8. Beat at medium speed for 1 minute, or until well blended and smooth.
  9. Pour the filling mixture evenly over the warm crust.
  10. Sprinkle generously with 1 cup pecan halves.
  11. Bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are lightly golden.
  12. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting.
  13. Cut into 36 bars.
  14. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

4g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner?

Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner?

Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner has approximately 156.3 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner?

The key ingredients for Pecan Pie Surprise Bars Pillsbury Bake Off Winner are Yellow Cake Mix, Margarine, Egg, Brown Sugar, Dark Corn Syrup, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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