Maple Glazed Pecan Bars Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Maple Glazed Pecan Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of maple syrup and toasted pecans. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a sweet and nutty treat that is sure to please.

This recipe is simple to follow and results in a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed by family and friends. The bars are perfect for serving at gatherings or as a sweet snack.

Delicious Maple Pecan Dessert Bars

These bars feature a buttery crust topped with a gooey maple glaze and crunchy pecans. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 bars, making it an ideal choice for sharing.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, softened butter, brown sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, whisk together maple syrup, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in the chopped pecans.
Add the Filling: Pour the pecan mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly bubbly.
Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!