PECAN SHORTBREAD SQUARES
With a buttery shortbread crust and rich caramel-pecan topping, these pecan squares make a wonderful potluck dessert for the holidays.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 16 ({2-inch|5-cm}) squares
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cover a 9-inch square baking pan with heavy duty aluminum foil. Push foil neatly into corners and up sides of the pan, using two pieces if necessary to ensure it overlaps all edges (the overhang will help removal from pan). Spray foiled pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the flour, cornstarch, confectioners sugar and salt in a bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse a few times to mix. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal with pea-size clumps of butter within. It will seem dry; that's okay. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and press firmly with your fingers into an even layer over the bottom. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. While the crust is in the refrigerator, adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350° F. Bake the crust until crust is set but not browned, about 17 minutes. Set on rack to cool. Leave oven on.
- In a heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine butter, brown sugar, honey, vanilla and salt. Stir with a wooden spoon until sugar dissolves. Turn up the heat and boil gently for 3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and chopped pecans.
- Pour pecan mixture over crust (it's fine if the crust is still warm). Bake until filling is bubbling and caramel in color, about 20 minutes. Cool completely on rack. To cut, use the foil overhang to lift baked square out of pan and onto cutting board. Loosen the foil from the edges, then cut with a sharp knife into 2-inch squares. Store finished pecan squares in air-tight container and serve at room temperature.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: These can be frozen for up to 3 months. After they are completely cooled, double-wrap them securely with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap with the layers separated by wax or parchment paper. Thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357, Fat 29 g, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sugar 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Sodium 88 mg, Cholesterol 41 mg
PECAN SQUARES
A cousin to the pecan pie, but much less fussy: Pecan squares are a kitchen classic. Here, we've updated a version that came to us in 1998 from William Grimes, scaling it down and moving away from the original pâte brisée. The pecans are mixed in an addictive caramel sauce, which - if you can stop eating it on its own - is spread over shortbread and baked until just set. The end result is sweet, but not cloying, balanced by the crust and sure to please.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 24 squares
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 13x9-inch pan, and line with parchment, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the two long sides. Butter the parchment. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the flour, sugar and salt, and pulse to combine. Add the butter, and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Add the egg yolk and pulse to evenly distribute its moisture. The mixture should just hold together when you squeeze it in your hand. Add up to 2 tablespoons ice water, if necessary, but don't let the mixture get too wet: It should still be somewhat sandy.
- Tip the crumbs out into the prepared pan. Use your fingers or the flat bottom of a measuring cup to press the crumbs up the sides about 1/4 inch to create a border. Press the remaining crumbs down to an even thickness. Bake the crust until light golden brown and set, about 40 minutes. Transfer the pan to a rack while assembling the topping. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees.
- In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, honey and salt and bring to a strong simmer over medium heat, whisking ingredients together once the butter has melted. Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, for 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Stir in the nuts and combine well. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and spread it evenly, keeping it within the border as best as you can.
- Bake the bars until the caramel is thickened and just set, about 20 to 25 minutes (the caramel will continue to firm up when cooled). Transfer the pan to a rack to cool completely. Using the parchment paper, transfer to a cutting board to cut into equal pieces to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 405, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 164 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams, TransFat 1 gram
CHEWY PECAN SQUARES
Deliciously chewy squares, similar to brownies minus the chocolate!
Provided by DebAC
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Mix brown sugar, baking mix, eggs, pecans, margarine, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; spread into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until brown and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Cut into 2-inch squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 153.2 mg, Sugar 18.6 g
PECAN SQUARES WITH DIPPED CHOCOLATE GANACHE
This is from The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook, copyright 1999. These are easy and oh so very good, very rich but not diet friendly! A good choice for gift giving during the holidays and/or for your celebrations at home. Didn't include chilling times.
Provided by Manami
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 platter of great bars, 24-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- MAKING THE CRUST:.
- Beat the butter and granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, until light, approxiamtely, 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs and the vanilla, and mix well.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the batter with the mixer on low speed until just combined.
- Press the dough evenly into an ungreased 18x12x1" baking sheet, making an edge around the outside. It will be very sticky; sprinkle the dough and your hands lightly with flour.
- Bake for 15 minutes, until the crust is set but not browned. Allow to cool.
- TOPPING:.
- Combine the butter, honey, brown sugar and zests in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Cook over low heat until the butter is melted, using a wooden spoon to stir.
- Raise the heat and boil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. BE VERY CAREFUL - IT IS HOT CARAMEL!
- Stir in the heavy cream and the pecans. Pour over the crust, trying not to get the filling between the crust and the pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold. Cut into small bars(as they are rich).
- MAKE GANACHE:.
- Cook the heavy cream, chocolate chips, and instant coffee(if using) in the top of a double boiler over simmering water until very smooth and warm, stirring occasionally.
- Dip only one end of pecan bars in the ganache, & place on white muffin cup liners; smoosh(for lack of a better word - this word is mine, not Ina Garten's) to open and place the dipped pecan bar in it. This way it can drip into the liner! Serve with or without liners.
CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE BARS
Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars - a fun and delicious version of pecan pie, these bars are decadent, sweet, and incredibly easy to prepare. They're the perfect treat for a crowd, too!
Provided by Ashlyn Edwards | Belle of the Kitchen
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- Combine the flour, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup softened butter in a medium sized bowl and beat with an electric mixer until crumbly. Press evenly into bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, corn syrup, and 2 Tablespoons melted butter in a medium sized bowl. Fold in the pecans and chocolate chips.
- Pour the filling over the top of the warm crust. Return pan to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until filling is set.
- Allow to cool completely on wire rack before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 88 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PECAN SQUARES
We make these all year long and when we want to go "over the top" we dip half of each square in warm chocolate.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories dessert
Time 55m
Yield 20 large squares
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- For the crust, beat the butter and granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, until light, approximately 3 minutes. Add the eggs and the vanilla and mix well. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the batter with the mixer on low speed until just combined. Press the dough evenly into an ungreased 18 by 12 by 1-inch baking sheet, making an edge around the outside. It will be very sticky; sprinkle the dough and your hands lightly with flour. Bake for 15 minutes, until the crust is set but not browned. Allow to cool.
- For the topping, combine the butter, honey, brown sugar, and zests in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Cook over low heat until the butter is melted, using a wooden spoon to stir. Raise the heat and boil for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and pecans. Pour over the crust, trying not to get the filling between the crust and the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold. Cut into bars and serve.
PECAN SQUARES
If you like pecan pie, you're sure to love these bars. They don't last very long at my house.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar. Gradually add flour, mixing until blended. Pat into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until golden., In another small bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt until smooth. Pour over crust; sprinkle with pecans. Bake 40-45 minutes longer or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
GRAND OLA-- COOKIES DIPPED IN CHOCOLATE GANACHE
This decadent, healthy treat made using Quaker Granola containing oatmeal, nuts, raisins that a lot of fiber and low in sodium is just part of this delicious cookie. It has an optional dried fruit mix of blueberries, cherries, cranberries, plums. Use one or all or add raisins. Then you have a chocolaty goodness from both semi-sweet and bitter sweet chips inside and then the cookies dipped in rich creamy ganache. AND you don't need to pull out a mixer for this easy to make recipe! Unless you're making a drink. LOL! It is almost guilt free! :) The cookies can be made into smaller sizes making 40 just watch the cooking time.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Dessert
Time 32m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Melt butter add brown sugar and stir till smooth.
- Add vanilla and egg stir in to combine.
- In a bowl combine flour, granola, baking soda, salt, cinnamon. Add to the butter mixture.
- Stir in dried fruit, nuts, and chips.
- Place on a two greased 14 x 16 inch cookie sheet pans. Making 20 large cookies. Be sure to keep them spread apart from each other. If need be used an other pan. These will spread out.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile heat cream add chips and stir to blend and creamy.
- Remove cookies from oven and let set 5 minutes before placing on racks to cool completely.
- Dip generously one end of the cookie into ganache place on wax or a sil pad till harden or chill for quicker results or just eat it!
- Do share the cookie with a loved one.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 176.2, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 14.9, Protein 5.1
CHOCOLATE PECAN BARS
There is a very famous pie named after a very famous horse race that shall remain nameless. It combines pecan pie with chocolate chips and a splash of Bourbon (because it was invented in Kentucky and if it will sit still we will throw Bourbon in it in this state). My brother Donnie has always loved chocolate chip pecan pie, and I have been trying for years to improve on the classic. Made into bar form, this dessert becomes the perfect treat for your Derby Party or Holiday potluck. You can leave out the Bourbon if you feel so inclined, but I love the way the smoky, spicy flavor pairs with the orange. These little babies also keep really well, making them a staple in my Christmas cookie exchange basket.
Provided by Damaris Phillips
Categories dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 to 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the crust: Adjust the oven rack to the bottom position and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Coat the bottom and sides of a 9-by-13-inch (23-by-33 centimeter) baking pan with cooking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper, letting the paper overhang the edges of the pan by a few inches on two sides (this will help you lift the bars out of the pan).
- In a food processor, pulse together the butter, flour, salt and sugar until the butter is in pea-sized pieces. Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough begins to pull from the sides of the bowl. Transfer the dough to a floured surface, gather together, and pat into a rectangle. Roll the dough into a rectangle 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick that measures about 13 by 15 inches (33 by 38 centimeters). Trim the rough edges and ease the dough into the prepared pan, pressing it onto the bottom and about halfway up the sides (trim the dough more on the sides as needed). Prick the dough a couple times with a fork. Cover with aluminum foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until the dough starts to set up, about 15 minutes. Remove the weights and foil and continue to bake until the crust is just golden, about 5 minutes more. Let cool completely.
- For the filling: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Spread the pecans in an even layer on a baking sheet. Toast until fragrant and golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool slightly, then roughly chop.
- Beat the honey and brown sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Beat in the eggs. Add in the melted butter and continue to beat. Add the flour, Bourbon, orange zest and vanilla. Sprinkle the pecans and chocolate chips over the crust and pour the honey mixture over the top. Bake until the top of the filling is golden brown and the center sets up, 30 to 40 minutes. Cover and put in the refrigerator until cool. When ready to serve, cut into 12 to 24 bars.
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