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Salted Chocolate Pecan Dessert Bars

Salted Chocolate Pecan Dessert Bars: Fall's Must-Try Delight

Delight in Salted Chocolate Pecan Dessert Bars, a perfect fall treat with a buttery crust and gooey chocolate filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Chilled Butter Chill in the freezer for 5-10 minutes before use.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and deeper flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Filling
  • 3 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts.
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Flakes Optional.
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet can be used as an alternative.
For the Finish
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Sprinkle generously before serving.

Equipment

  • 9x11 baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the Crust: Grease a 9x11 baking pan and line with parchment paper. Cream chilled butter with sugars until fluffy, mix in vanilla, then fold in flour. Press into the pan.
  3. Bake Crust: Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Make the Filling: Brown butter, cool slightly, whisk in brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in pecans and coconut flakes.
  5. Combine: Pour filling over crust and sprinkle dark chocolate chips evenly on top.
  6. Bake Filling: Return to oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes until set and lightly golden.
  7. Cool & Serve: Allow to cool for 15 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. Can be prepared in advance for convenience.

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