Butter Pecan Bars

Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Butter Pecan Bars—a decadent dessert that brings together a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious caramelized pecan topping. Perfectly balanced between sweet and nutty, these bars are made with simple pantry staples like softened butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, paired with the rich crunch of chopped pecans. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen, they’re an effortless treat ideal for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or as a midday indulgence. Serve them as-is, or pair with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra dose of decadence. These Butter Pecan Bars are your go-to recipe for creating a dessert that tastes as good as it looks!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• 2 cups pecans (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 4

Slowly add in the flour and beat until a dough forms.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.

Step 6

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until it is lightly golden around the edges. Remove and set aside.

Step 7

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of butter, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Stir until melted and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Then whisk in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.

Step 9

Stir in 2 cups of chopped pecans and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until evenly combined.

Step 10

Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-23 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly bubbly around the edges.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool in the pan completely before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your buttery, nutty Butter Pecan Bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1258.5 grams (1258.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5990

Total Fat 370.10g	474%
Saturated Fat 141.80g	709%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 904mg	301%
Sodium 841mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 648.20g	236%
Dietary Fiber 28.00g	100%
Total Sugars 440.60g
Protein 60.10g	120%

Vitamin D 199IU	993%
Calcium 493mg	38%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 1688mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 42.1%