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Perfect Bourbon Pecan Pie Bars

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These bourbon pecan pie bars combine the rich, gooey filling of classic pecan pie with a buttery, flaky crust and a subtle bourbon flavor, perfect for holidays or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190 grams)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (115 grams)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup light corn syrup (240 ml)
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (200 grams)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (55 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey (30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups chopped pecans, toasted (150 grams)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and cut into the flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces. Add 2 tablespoons cold water and mix gently; add a third tablespoon if dough feels too dry. Press dough evenly into bottom of 9×9 inch baking pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes until edges are just turning golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. Make the filling: Whisk eggs until smooth. Stir in corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt until combined and glossy.
  5. Fold in toasted chopped pecans gently.
  6. Pour filling evenly over warm crust. Bake for 35-40 minutes until filling is set but slightly jiggly in center.
  7. Cool bars completely in pan on wire rack for about 2 hours. Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before slicing.
  8. Slice into 2×2 inch bars using a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Notes

Do not rush cooling and chilling steps to avoid messy bars. Toast pecans lightly for best flavor and crunch. If filling bubbles too much, tent pan with foil halfway through baking. For non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with vanilla extract and a splash of water or apple juice. Gluten-free crust can be made with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend.

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