These Maple Pecan Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, making them an ideal choice for sweet desserts during the fall season. With a rich maple flavor and crunchy pecans, they are perfect for Thanksgiving dessert or any festive gathering.
This recipe is straightforward and falls under easy baking recipes desserts, allowing you to whip up a delicious treat without much hassle. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors that are synonymous with fall baking.
Delicious Maple Pecan Pie Bars
These bars feature a buttery crust topped with a sweet maple and pecan filling that is baked to perfection. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 bars, making it a great addition to your baked dessert recipes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly and press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Bake the Bars: Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
