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Gluten-Free Pecan Bars!

Irresistible Gluten-Free Pecan Bars That Everyone Will Love

Delight in these Gluten-Free Pecan Bars that capture the flavors of classic pecan pie, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free All Purpose Flour recommended GF Jules
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar can be a substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Butter or Dairy-Free Butter choose Earth Balance for dairy-free
For the Pecan Filling
  • 3 large Eggs egg replacer for vegan option
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup honey is an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light brown or coconut sugar works
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 cup Pecans (halves and pieces) toasting enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Oven
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Shortbread Base Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
  2. Incorporate softened butter or dairy-free butter, blending until crumbly. Press firmly into an 8x8 inch baking pan and bake for 14-16 minutes until lightly golden.
Pecan Filling Preparation
  1. Lower oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). In a large bowl, beat eggs until frothy, then mix in maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
  2. Fold in broken pecans evenly throughout the mixture.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Pour pecan filling over the shortbread base, spreading evenly. Sprinkle whole or crushed pecans on top.
  2. Bake for an additional 40-45 minutes until filling is set and the top is golden.
Cooling and Slicing
  1. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan (about 1 hour). Lift out and slice into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier mixing. Adjust baking time as needed based on your oven's performance.

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