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Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars

These cozy Salted Maple Pecan Pie Bars blend rich maple syrup and buttery pecans, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup salted butter, melted Gives the crust its rich flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled Ensure to spoon and level for perfect texture.
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled Extra for proper crust texture.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed Adds a wonderful depth of sweetness.
  • 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon Warm spice complementing maple.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors.
For the filling
  • 1/2 cup salted butter Rich addition to the filling.
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup Real stuff for genuine flavor.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed Additional sweetness.
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream, at room temperature For a creamy filling.
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature Creates smooth consistency.
  • 3 and 1/4 cups pecan halves Stars of the show!
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential for flavor.
  • 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon For warm, cozy taste.
For the whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup cold heavy cream Adds delightful touch.
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For extra flavor.
For serving
  • to taste flaky sea salt Finishing touch.
  • optional scoop ice cream For serving with bars.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350℉ and spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray, then line with parchment paper.
Make the Crust
  1. Melt the butter in a medium bowl. Stir in the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and prick all over with a fork.
  3. Bake for 18-20 minutes and then set aside to cool slightly.
Make the Pecan Pie Filling
  1. In a clean bowl, beat the eggs until frothy and set aside.
  2. In a medium pot, combine the salted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Heat over medium while stirring until melted. Bring to a gentle boil for 3 minutes.
  3. Spoon out ⅓ cup of this mixture into measuring cup and drizzle into the eggs while whisking continuously.
  4. Pour the egg mixture back into the pot while whisking vigorously and stir in the pecans, salt, vanilla, and cinnamon.
  5. Pour the filling over the baked crust.
Bake
  1. Bake for 28 to 34 minutes until the center has a slight jiggle and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  2. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Make Whipped Cream
  1. Beat together cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Serve & Store
  1. Slice the cooled bars and serve topped with whipped cream.
  2. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-4 days.

Notes

Consider making the crust ahead of time or adding a splash of bourbon for a richer flavor in the filling. Leftover bars can be crumbled over yogurt for a delicious breakfast.