Description
Pecan butter tart squares combine the rich flavors of pecan pie with a buttery crust, creating a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add softened butter and mix until crumbly.
- Stir in the egg until the mixture forms a dough.
- Press the dough into a greased 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 25 minutes or until set.
- Let it cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar.
- You can substitute maple syrup for corn syrup.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pecan butter tart squares, dessert, baking, pecan pie, squares