Description
Chocolate chip pecan pie bars bring the Southern comfort of a classic dessert into an easy-to-serve, grab-and-go treat that will make your family smile with pure delight. Crisp pecans, melted chocolate, and buttery crust combine for a sweet slice of happiness perfect for weekend baking or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and position a rack in the middle of the oven. Grab an 8×8-inch baking pan and coat it thoroughly with cooking spray.
- Combine 1 cup flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup softened butter, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a mixing bowl. Blend the ingredients until they form coarse, crumbly texture.
- Press the flour mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan, creating a compact crust layer. Smooth the surface with your fingertips.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake the crust for exactly 15 minutes until the edges turn light golden brown.
- Remove the crust and let it rest on a cooling rack while preparing the filling. Keep the oven temperature steady at 350°F.
- Whisk together 1 cup corn syrup, ½ cup packed brown sugar, ¼ cup melted butter, 3 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold 1 cup chopped pecans and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips into the liquid mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the filling.
- Carefully pour the pecan-chocolate filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it to cover every corner of the pan.
- Return the pan to the 350°F oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, watching for a set filling and golden-brown edges.
- Transfer the pan to a wire rack and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 2 hours.
- Once cooled, slice the bars into 16 equal squares using a sharp knife. Serve directly from the pan or lift out using parchment paper edges.
Notes
- Toasting pecans beforehand intensifies their nutty flavor and adds crunch to the bars.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend.
- Chill the bars completely before cutting for cleaner, more precise slices that showcase the beautiful layers.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips to elevate the overall taste and texture of the dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 331 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg