Pecan Praline Squares
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Pecan Praline Squares, a dessert that perfectly combines a buttery shortbread crust with a luscious, caramel-like pecan topping. These decadent bars are made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, honey, and vanilla, creating a gooey praline layer loaded with crunchy chopped pecans. The flaky, golden crust forms the perfect base, while a quick simmering technique ensures the topping achieves its rich, glossy finish. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or an everyday treat, these squares are easy to prepare in just 50 minutes and yield 24 servings. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweet, nutty flavor, these Pecan Praline Squares are sure to be a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cups Chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. You can also line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the flour and salt to the butter mixture and stir until the dough comes together. It will have a crumbly texture.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out to form the base crust. Prick the crust lightly with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until it's lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the topping.
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and honey. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped pecans and vanilla extract.
Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the cooled crust, spreading it gently with a spatula to ensure even coverage.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-22 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and slightly darker in color.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the pecan praline squares cool completely in the pan. The topping will set as it cools.
Once cooled, cut the dessert into 24 squares using a sharp knife. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 397.6 g | 510% | |
| Saturated Fat | 160.3 g | 802% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 637 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 698.6 g | 254% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 489.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.2 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 540 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1739 mg | 37% | |
*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.
