Pecan Pie Bars

Happy Birthday

Nov. 4, 1879-1935

William Penn Adair Rogers was an American cowboy, vaudeville performer, humorist, social commentator and motion picture actor. He was one of the world's best-known celebrities in the 1920s and 1930s. 

He was known for his wit and sense of humor. 

"The worst thing that happens to you may be the best thing for you if you don't let it get the best of you."
"Never let yesterday use up too much of today."
Will Rogers

These Pilgrim Chipmunks have been quite patient waiting for me to post the recipe for Pecan Pie Bars. They look ready to dig in. So be quick to get your bite. 

Pecan Pie Bars

Imagine the same taste of pecan pie in a bite sized bar! These bars have a tender shortbread crust. Pure bliss :)

Crust Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon or 1/2 tsp. apple pie spice
• 3/4 cup cold butter

Filling Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 cups dark corn syrup
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 6 TB. flour
• 2 tsp. vanilla
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1-1/2 cups chopped pecans

Crust Directions:

• In a food processor pulse all crust ingredients until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Press into a 13 x 9 greased pan.
• Bake at 350 degrees for 18 minutes. 

Filling directions:

• Combine all filling ingredients except pecans and mix well. 
• Stir in pecans and spread evenly over hot partially baked crust. 
• Bake about 20 minutes or until filling is set.

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