Hoosier Bars
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Midwest with these classic Hoosier Bars, a nostalgic dessert that's as simple as it is utterly irresistible. Featuring a buttery, soft base topped with a generous layer of sweet brown sugar and optional pecans for a delightful crunch, these baked bars strike the perfect balance between chewy and crumbly. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe combines pantry staples like flour, butter, and sugar to create a dessert that's perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or just a cozy night in. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or after they've cooled, these bars are a delicious reminder of timeless home-baked goodness. Keywords: Hoosier Bars recipe, Midwest dessert, easy bar recipes, brown sugar bars, pecan dessert, homemade baked goods.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. It will be thick, so use a spatula to smooth it out.
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter. If using pecans, sprinkle them evenly over the brown sugar layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.4 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1910 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 797.3 g | 290% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 603.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 988 mg | 21% | |
*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.
