A Deliciously Easy Dessert
Are you looking for a dessert that’s both delicious and easy to make? Look no further than Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars! These bars are a twist on the classic pecan pie, but with a simplified recipe that’s perfect for busy days.
The Convenience of Refrigerated Pie Crusts
Using refrigerated pie crusts is a game-changer for this recipe. It saves you the time and effort of making your own pie crust from scratch, and still yields a delicious and flaky crust.
A Rich and Gooey Filling
The filling is made with a combination of light corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and pecan halves. It’s a rich and gooey mixture that’s perfect for pecan pie lovers.
Easy to Make and Perfect for Potlucks
These bars are easy to make and perfect for potlucks, parties, or family gatherings. They’re also great for a quick dessert or snack. Simply thaw the pie crusts, mix together the filling ingredients, and bake until golden brown.
Ingredients:
- 1 package (16 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts to fit the prepared baking dish. Place the crust in the dish and trim the edges to fit.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir in the pecan halves.
- Pour the pecan mixture into the pie crust-lined baking dish.
- Roll out the second pie crust to fit the top of the baking dish. Place the crust on top of the pecan mixture and crimp the edges to seal.
- Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake the bars for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the baking dish.
- Once the bars are cool, use the parchment paper or foil to lift them out of the baking dish and transfer them to a cutting board. Cut into bars and serve.
Tips and Variations:
- To make the bars more gooey, you can bake them for 40-42 minutes instead of 45-50 minutes.
- You can also try using different types of nuts, such as walnuts or hazelnuts, for a unique flavor.
- For a more golden brown crust, you can brush the top crust with a little bit of egg wash (beaten egg mixed with a little bit of water) before baking.