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Decadent Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Bars

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These bars combine a buttery crust, bourbon-infused gooey filling, bittersweet chocolate, and toasted pecans for a rich, indulgent dessert that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190g)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (115g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2–3 tablespoons ice water
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar (220g)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (115g)
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups chopped pecans, toasted (180g)
  • ¾ cup bittersweet chocolate chips (130g)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter. Use a food processor or pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add 2-3 tablespoons ice water, mixing just until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overwork it. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Chill in the refr…
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 cup light brown sugar, and ½ cup melted unsalted butter until smooth and slightly thickened. Stir in 2 tablespoons bourbon, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon salt. Fold in ¾ cup bittersweet chocolate chips and 1 ½ cups chopped pecans gently, reserving a handful of pecans for topping.
  4. Assemble and bake: Pour the filling evenly over the chilled crust. Sprinkle the reserved pecans on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  5. Cool completely: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool to room temperature. Then transfer to the fridge for at least 2 hours to set fully.
  6. Slice and serve: Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water for neat cuts. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Notes

Do not overmix the crust dough to keep it flaky. Use room temperature eggs for better filling texture. Watch baking time carefully to avoid overbaking. Chill bars thoroughly before slicing for clean cuts and gooey texture. Toast pecans lightly before mixing to enhance flavor. Warm knife blade under hot water before slicing to prevent sticking.

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