Cranberry Pecan Pie Bars
A delicious twist on traditional pecan pie, these bars feature a buttery crust, rich pecan filling, and tart cranberries for a balanced and flavorful treat. They are easy to slice and serve, making them perfect for holiday parties.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Mix flour, sugar, and butter to form a crust.
- Press crust into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt.
- Stir in pecans and cranberries.
- Pour filling over the crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
- Cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of corn syrup for a richer flavor.
- Store in the fridge for up to a week.
- Top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Let bars cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Add orange zest for extra brightness.
Pecan pie dates back to the late 1800s in the Southern United States, originally made with simple pantry ingredients. Adding cranberries introduces a tart contrast to the sweet filling, making these bars a sophisticated and festive variation of the classic dessert.