Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars
Indulge in the heavenly blend of rich chocolate and crunchy pecans with these Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these gooey, fudgy bars will leave you craving more. Each bite delivers a delightful experience, making them an irresistible sweet treat that evokes warm memories and joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Stir in flour and cocoa powder until just combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth; then add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gently fold in toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set but slightly soft.
- Allow to cool completely before lifting out of the pan and cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flair, substitute pecans with walnuts or sprinkle sea salt on top before baking. To intensify flavor, consider adding a dash of cinnamon to the batter.