This is the Best Pecan Pie Bars recipe with a caramelized pecan pie set atop a shortbread crust. With an amazing taste, this are sure to please a crowd.
Ina bowl combine flour, butter and sugar to make the crust. Using a mixer, beat on medium until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into a lined and greased 13x9 baking pan. Bake for 17-19 minutes, until the edges are a light brown.
While crust is cooking, combine sugar and flour into a large bowl. Add in the corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla - mix well. Stir in the pecans and pour evenly on top of baked crust.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges crisp a little and the middle is firm. Knife inserted should come out clean. Note, that is you use a different size pan, cooking time will vary.
When cooked, remove from oven and allow to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before cutting.