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Maple Pecan Pie Bars

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Enjoy these maple pecan pie bars with a buttery shortbread crust. They offer a rich maple flavor and are easier to make than traditional pie.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  4. Press about two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Reserve the remaining dough.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped pecans, maple syrup, lightly beaten eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until well combined.
  6. Pour the pecan filling evenly over the crust.
  7. Crumble the reserved dough over the top of the pecan filling.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This allows them to set properly for clean cuts.

Notes

  • For best results and easier cutting, allow the bars to cool completely, for at least 2-3 hours, or refrigerate them for about 30 minutes before slicing.
  • These bars can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • These are great for holiday cookie exchanges or potlucks.

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