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Chewy Pecan Bars

These Chewy Pecan Bars magically create the upper two layers as they bake in the oven, giving you a luscious center with a chewy coconut pecan topping. Simply divine!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bars, Christmas treats, coconut, holiday baking, pecan bars, squares
Servings: 25 bars
Calories: 151kcal
Author: Tara Noland

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar divided
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1 cup AP flour plus 2 Tbsp flour, divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup pecans chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine a 1/2 cup of brown sugar, butter, and 1 cup of AP flour.
  • Using a pastry cutter, mix the ingredients to form fine crumbs.
  • Press the mixture into a 9x9x2 baking pan cross-lined with parchment paper. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to press the mixture down.
  • Place in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.
  • While the crust is baking, combine the 2 eggs, remaining 1/2 cup of brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and remaining 2 tbsps. of flour, salt, and baking powder in the bowl of a stand mixer or large bowl.
  • Using a beater attachment or a hand mixer, mix the ingredients until well combined.
  • Then, fold in the sweetened shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
  • Remove the pan from the oven after 10 minutes and pour the brown sugar and corn syrup mixture over the crumb crust and return the pan to the oven.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Be careful not to overbake, as the side of the pan will start to burn.
  • Allow to cool completely on the counter, then place in the refrigerator until well chilled.
  • Cut into 25 pieces approximately 1 inch in size.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a week or freeze for up to 2 months.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g