Bourbon Maple Pecan Pie Bars
Bourbon Maple Pecan Pie Bars are a delightful fusion of flavors, offering a buttery crust topped with crunchy pecans and a rich maple-bourbon filling. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a cozy weekend treat, and they promise to impress your guests with their irresistible taste and stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups toasted pecans, chopped
- 3/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the flour until crumbly.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt. Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
- Pour the filling over the crust and return to the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For a richer flavor, use dark maple syrup instead of regular. - Add chocolate chips for an extra layer of sweetness or sprinkle sea salt on top before serving for balance. - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze individually wrapped bars.