Decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars
Indulge in these Decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars that beautifully combine rich, gooey filling with crunchy pecans and luscious chocolate chunks. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are quick to prepare and sure to impress, as they capture the essence of the classic pecan pie in a delightful, portable format. Share them at gatherings, holidays, or keep a batch on hand for an irresistible snack that disappears faster than you can say 'pecan pie'!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (none)
butter or margarine
1/2 cup (1 stick), softened (softened)
packed brown sugar
1/4 cup (none)
large eggs
3 (beaten)
corn syrup
3/4 cup (none)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup (none)
butter or margarine
2 tablespoons, melted (melted)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
semisweet chocolate chunks
1 3/4 cups (none)
pecans
1 1/2 cups, coarsely chopped (coarsely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
2
For the crust, combine the all-purpose flour, softened butter, and packed brown sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat the mixture until crumbly.
3
Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
4
Meanwhile, prepare the filling by whisking together the large eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until well combined.
5
Fold in the Nestlé Toll House semisweet chocolate chunks and coarsely chopped pecans, ensuring an even distribution.
6
Once the crust is baked and slightly cooled, pour the filling mixture over the crust, spreading it out evenly.
7
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
8
Once baked, cool the bars in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them into squares and serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars?
They are a rich dessert bar that combines a gooey pecan pie filling with crunchy pecans and semisweet chocolate chunks on a crumbly crust.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What size baking pan is required?
You will need a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
How do I prepare the baking pan?
The baking pan should be greased before you begin.
What ingredients are in the crust?
The crust consists of 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup of softened butter or margarine, and 0.25 cup of packed brown sugar.
How do I mix the crust?
Beat the flour, softened butter, and brown sugar together until the mixture is crumbly.
How long does the crust bake?
The crust should bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until it is lightly golden brown.
What goes into the filling?
The filling includes eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, chocolate chunks, and pecans.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 3 large eggs, which should be beaten.
What kind of syrup is used?
The recipe calls for 0.75 cup of corn syrup.
Is granulated sugar used in the filling?
Yes, the filling uses 0.75 cup of granulated sugar.
How much butter is used in the filling?
The filling requires 2 tablespoons of melted butter or margarine.
What kind of chocolate should I use?
The recipe suggests 1.75 cups of Nestle Toll House semisweet chocolate chunks.
How should the pecans be prepared?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of pecans that are coarsely chopped.
How do I combine the filling ingredients?
Whisk the eggs, syrup, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla first, then fold in the chocolate chunks and pecans.
When do I add the filling to the crust?
Pour the filling over the crust once the crust has been baked and slightly cooled.
How long do the bars bake after the filling is added?
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I know when the bars are done?
The bars are done when the filling is set.
How should I cool the bars?
Cool the bars in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them.
How should I serve the bars?
Once cooled, cut the bars into squares for serving.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either butter or margarine.
What type of flour is needed?
The recipe uses all-purpose flour.
What type of brown sugar is used in the crust?
The recipe specifies packed brown sugar for the crust.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Is this recipe suitable for holidays?
Yes, it is tagged as a holiday treat and is perfect for gatherings.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as an easy recipe that is quick to prepare.
What is the texture of the bars?
They have a gooey filling, a crumbly crust, and crunchy pecans.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 ingredients in total.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The tags include pecan pie, chocolate, bars, dessert, easy recipe, baking, and holiday treats.
Can these bars be made in advance?
Yes, these bars are portable and hold up well for snacks and gatherings.