Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars
Cookies & Bars

Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars

50 min24 servingsSource: Pinch of Yum

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

40 min

Total Time

50 min

Buttery shortbread crust topped with a gooey maple-kissed pecan filling and a generous sprinkle of coarse sea salt. All the flavors of pecan pie in an easy bar form.

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (for crust)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup corn syrup
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • Coarse sea salt for topping
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Cream together softened butter and 1 cup brown sugar. Add flour and beat until coarse crumbs form that hold together when pressed.

  2. 2

    Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the top appears dry and slightly puffed.

  3. 3

    While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, 3/4 cup brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in pecan halves.

  4. 4

    Pour the filling over the hot crust and spread evenly. Return to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the filling appears mostly set.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt while still warm. Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate overnight for cleanest slicing.

  6. 6

    Cut into 24 bars and serve slightly chilled. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Recipe Source

Pinch of Yum
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