🌰 Pecan Chewies 🍯
Buttery, caramelized pecan bars with a chewy-crisp texture—like a cross between pecan pie and a brown sugar cookie!
⏰ Time
- Prep: 10 mins | Bake: 25-30 mins | Total: 40 mins
- Makes: 16 squares
📝 Ingredients
Crust & Topping:
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- ½ cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
Pecan Filling:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups (150g) chopped pecans
Optional:
- 1 tbsp bourbon or maple syrup (for depth)
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.
- In a bowl, mix flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Press firmly into the pan. Bake 10 mins until lightly golden.
2️⃣ Prepare Filling
- Whisk eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in pecans (and bourbon if using).
3️⃣ Bake
- Pour filling over hot crust. Bake 15-20 mins until set at edges but slightly jiggly in center.
- Cool completely before slicing. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
🌟 Pro Tips
- Extra gooey: Underbake slightly—they firm up as they cool.
- Toast pecans first for deeper flavor.
- Storage: Keep airtight for 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
🍽 Serving Ideas
🍦 Top with vanilla ice cream for a quick dessert.
☕ Pair with coffee or spiced chai.
Why You’ll Love It:
✔️ 5-star texture—chewy, crunchy, and buttery.
✔️ Easier than pie but just as impressive.
✔️ Southern classic with minimal effort.
Fun twist: Add chocolate chips or swap pecans for walnuts!
Need gluten-free? Use 1:1 GF flour blend. 🌾
