Caramelized Pecan Squares Recipe
Components
Regarding the Crust:
- 1/2 cup of flour for all purposes
- Half a cup of powdered sugar
- Half a teaspoon of salt
- Half a cup of softened unsalted butter
Regarding the Filling:
- One cup of dense brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of sugar, granulated
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- Three big eggs
- One tsp vanilla essence
- chop 1 1/2 cups of pecans
- 1/4 tsp salt
Guidelines
Warm up the oven:
- Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). For easy removal, grease or line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Prepare the Crust:
- Combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a medium-sized bowl. When the mixture is crumbly and holds together when pushed, add the softened butter and continue to stir.
Tighten the Crust:
- Evenly press the crust mixture into the baking dish’s bottom. Bake until gently browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Take it out of the oven and let it to cool a little.
Get the Filling Ready:
- Brown sugar, powdered sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla essence, chopped pecans, and salt should all be combined in a big basin. Blend until thoroughly blended.
Put Together and Bake:
- Evenly spread the filling over the baked crust before pouring it on. Bake for a further 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is set.
Chill and Slice:
- Let the pecan squares cool in the pan for a minimum of sixty minutes. After they’ve cooled, remove them with the help of the parchment paper, if using, and cut into squares.
Serve:
- Savor these Caramelized Pecan Squares for dessert or a tasty snack!
Advice:
- Before serving, add a drizzle of melted chocolate or a dusting of sea salt for a special touch.
- Remaining food can be kept for up to a week at room temperature in an airtight container.
Savor your mouthwatering squares of caramelized pecans!