Chocolate Drizzled Pecan Pie Bars

Chocolate Drizzled Pecan Pie Bars are a delectable dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These bars are a perfect combination of crunchy pecans, sweet caramel, and rich chocolate. This recipe is easy to make and will impress your guests.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Serving:
This recipe makes 12-16 bars, depending on how large you cut them.

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to use room temperature butter for the crust.
- Toast the pecans before adding them to the filling for extra flavor.
- Use a toothpick to test the bars for doneness. If it comes out clean, they are ready.

Cooking Process:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in the chopped pecans.
5. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until set.
6. Let the bars cool completely before drizzling with melted chocolate.
7. To make the chocolate drizzle, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or on the stovetop. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled bars.
8. Cut into bars and serve.
Appearance and Taste:
These Chocolate Drizzled Pecan Pie Bars are a beautiful golden color with a layer of caramelized pecans on top. The chocolate drizzle adds a touch of elegance and richness to the bars. The crust is buttery and crumbly, while the filling is sweet and nutty. The combination of flavors and textures is irresistible.
Type of Dish: Dessert Bars
3 Main Ingredients: Pecans, Chocolate, Corn Syrup