Pecan Bars

Sticky-sweet and loaded with nuts - pecan bars aren't the prettiest treat, but they make a perfect ending to any meal. Similar to pecan pie, these awesome bars are sure to satisfy a crowd.

Step 1: You'll Need. . .

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Crust

• 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
• 3 tablespoons butter, cubed
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 3 tablespoons spelt flour (substitute whole wheat or regular flour if you can’t find spelt)
• 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• pinch of salt

Filling

• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/3 cup dark corn syrup
• 1/4 cup flour
• pinch salt
• 1/4 teaspoon each grated fresh ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon whiskey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups pecans, roughly chopped

Hardware

• 8” x 8”  baking dish
• parchment paper or foil
• food processor
• mixing bowl
• spoon or spatula
• measuring cups and spoons

Comments

[Penolopy Bulnick]

My husband really likes pecans! Maybe I'll have to make this for him one of these days...

[shesparticular]

You should give them a shot!

[mikeasaurus]

Oh man, pecan desserts are my favourite!

[shesparticular]

Me too :)