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Chocolate Chip Pecan Squares

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These Chocolate Chip Pecan Squares are the ultimate no-fuss dessert, featuring a dense, cookie-like base that&# 226;ÂÂs sweet and buttery. The batter is studded with generous amounts of milk chocolate chips and toasted pecans, creating a perfect balance of chewy chocolate and crunchy nuts. A second layer of chocolate chips is added after baking, which melt slightly to create a gooey, indulgent topping. They are incredibly easy to make with pantry staples and require no rolling or cutting while warm. Perfect for potlucks, holiday cookie exchanges, or satisfying a sudden sweet tooth, these squares hold their shape well and travel beautifully in a tin.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 16
Calories: 233.8
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Chocolate Chip Pecan Squares are the ultimate no-fuss dessert, featuring a dense, cookie-like base that&# 226;€™s sweet and buttery. The batter is studded with generous amounts of milk chocolate chips and toasted pecans, creating a perfect balance of chewy chocolate and crunchy nuts. A second layer of chocolate chips is added after baking, which melt slightly to create a gooey, indulgent topping. They are incredibly easy to make with pantry staples and require no rolling or cutting while warm. Perfect for potlucks, holiday cookie exchanges, or satisfying a sudden sweet tooth, these squares hold their shape well and travel beautifully in a tin.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Butter Flavor Crisco
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar, firmly packed
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 tablespoon Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 3/4 cup Flour, all purpose
  • 1 package Milk Chocolate chips
  • 11 1/2 Ounces, divided
  • 3/4 cup Pecans, chopped, divided
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (177ðC). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with Butter Flavor Crisco and set aside.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, cream together the Crisco, brown sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. 3
    Reduce mixer speed to low and add the flour, mixing just until combined. Stir in one cup of chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
  4. 4
    Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. 5
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the center is set.
  6. 6
    Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the remaining one cup of chocolate chips over the hot surface.
  7. 7
    Let the pan sit for 5 minutes to allow the chips to soften slightly, then spread them evenly across the top.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of chopped pecans.
  9. 9
    Cool the bars completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into 2x2-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 233.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.0g25%
Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
Cholesterol 28.3mg10%
Sodium 59.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 20.9g7%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
Sugars 10.8g
Protein 3.0g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate chip, pecan squares, shortbread bars, cookie bars, dessert, baking, easy dessert, potluck, holiday treats, crisco, nutty, chewy, sweet, snack, after dinner
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