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Pecan Chewies

Delicious Pecan Chewies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Pecan Chewies are a deliciously simple homemade treat that melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cups Butter Salted or unsalted
  • 1 cups White Sugar No substitutions recommended
  • 1 cups Brown Sugar Can substitute more white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Can use flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free option available
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for texture
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter
  • 1 cups Pecans Chopped, can substitute with other nuts

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pecan Chewies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Melt ½ cup of butter in a microwave-safe bowl and stir in both sugars until smooth.
  3. Mix in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 1 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans gently.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Toast pecans before adding for enhanced flavor. Use parchment paper for easy removal from the dish.

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