
Pecan Pie Bars
Ingredients (17)
- FOR THE CRUST:
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter at room temperature (3 sticks)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- FOR THE FILLING:
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest about 1/2 medium lemon
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 pounds 20 ounces pecan halves, coarsely chopped
- Flaky sea salt such as Maldon or fleur de sel (optional)
Directions
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