Butter Pecan Squares
Indulge in the buttery, nutty decadence of Butter Pecan Squares, a rich dessert bar that combines flaky shortbread crust with a luscious caramel-pecan topping. This easy-to-follow recipe starts with a golden-baked base made from buttery crumbs, gently pressed and baked to perfection. A velvety filling of brown sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla envelopes crunchy chopped pecans, creating a sweet and savory contrast in every bite. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a delightful midweek treat, these buttery squares are ready in just over an hour, serving up 16 irresistible portions. Serve them as is or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Perfectly sweet, satisfyingly crunchy, and undeniably delicious, Butter Pecan Squares are a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups Brown sugar
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 2 cups Pecans, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.5 cups of granulated sugar. Cut in 1 cup of cold unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
While the crust is baking, prepare the pecan topping. In a medium saucepan, melt 0.5 cups of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1.5 cups of brown sugar and 0.25 teaspoons of salt until smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in 0.25 cups of heavy cream and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool for 5 minutes, then beat in 2 large eggs until fully incorporated.
Fold in 2 cups of chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly mixed into the caramel-like mixture.
Pour the pecan mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly to the edges.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden brown.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the Butter Pecan Squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cool, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the dessert out of the pan. Slice into 16 squares using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 146 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
