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Pecan Pie Squares

Pecan Pie Squares (M_c-Tx recipe image
These Pecan Pie Squares offer all the classic flavors of traditional pecan pie in a convenient, portable format. The base is a tender, buttery shortbread crust that provides a perfect contrast to the sticky, sweet filling. Loaded with toasted pecans and rich molasses or corn syrup, each bite delivers a deep, nutty sweetness with a satisfying crunch. This dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or cozy weekend baking sessions. It&# 226;ÂÂs easier to serve than a whole pie and travels beautifully, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 713.2
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Pecan Pie Squares offer all the classic flavors of traditional pecan pie in a convenient, portable format. The base is a tender, buttery shortbread crust that provides a perfect contrast to the sticky, sweet filling. Loaded with toasted pecans and rich molasses or corn syrup, each bite delivers a deep, nutty sweetness with a satisfying crunch. This dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or cozy weekend baking sessions. It&# 226;ÂÂs easier to serve than a whole pie and travels beautifully, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
  • 3 cups Flour
  • 3/4 cups Margarine or butter
  • 1/4 cups Plus 2 tablespoons sugar -softened
  • 3/4 teaspoons Salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt to combine.
  3. 3
    Cut in softened butter or margarine using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. 4
    Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  5. 5
    Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. 6
    While crust bakes, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and melted butter for the filling.
  7. 7
    Stir chopped pecans into the liquid filling.
  8. 8
    Pour filling over the partially baked crust.
  9. 9
    Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over the top of the filling.
  10. 10
    Bake for 30-35 minutes until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
  11. 11
    Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 713.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3660.0mg153%
Total Carbohydrate 151.8g51%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 15.5g
Protein 18.0g36%

* 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: pecan pie, squares, dessert, baking, shortbread, corn syrup, molasses, pecans, butter, easy dessert, holiday baking, nutty, sweet, crust, filling, american cuisine, potluck, comfort food, vanilla, eggs
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