Gooey Caramel Pecan Dream Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
→ Filling
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup light corn syrup
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
→ Topping
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Caramel sauce for drizzling (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 9x13 pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
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Mix flour, powdered sugar, and butter until crumbly. Press into pan. Bake 15-18 minutes until edges are golden.
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Boil brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Cool slightly. Whisk eggs, vanilla, and salt separately. Slowly combine mixtures, then stir in pecans.
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Pour filling over crust. Bake 25-30 minutes until set and golden.
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Cool completely. Remove using parchment, cut into bars. Optional: drizzle with caramel sauce.
# Notes:
01 -
Use parchment paper for easy removal
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Let filling cool slightly before adding eggs
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Bars must cool completely before cutting