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Pecan Praline Bars

Deliciously rich and crunchy pecan praline bars with a sweet caramel flavor, perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 12 bars
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 cups light brown sugar divided
  • 1 1/3 cup butter divided
  • 2 cups pecan halves divided

Filling

  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix softened butter and 1/2 cup brown sugar, then add flour and chopped pecans. Press into a 9x13 inch pan and bake for 22-25 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 225°F (110°C). Melt 3 Tbsp butter with 3 Tbsp brown sugar, add 1 cup pecans, coat and sauté for 3-5 minutes. Toast pecans in oven for 20 minutes. Cool.
  • In a saucepan, bring half and half, butter, and brown sugar to a boil, then simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat, whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla. Pour over crust and top with toasted pecans. Chill for 30-45 minutes.

Notes

Store in refrigerator to set properly.
Keyword pecans