Cranberry Pecan Pie Bars
These delightful cranberry pecan pie bars combine sweet-tart cranberries and rich pecans, making them a perfect treat for gatherings and special occasions.
Equipment
- 8x8 or 10x7 baking dish
- food processor
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 5 tablespoons cold butter cubed
- ¼ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ teaspoon coarse salt
- 2 tablespoons ground flax seed
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Filling:
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tablespoon water if needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and line an 8x8 or 10x7 baking dish with parchment paper.
For Crust:
- In a food processor, blend the crust ingredients until they form a crumbly mixture. Press it evenly into the base of the prepared dish.
- Bake the crust for about 20 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned, then allow it to cool slightly.
For Filling:
- In another bowl, combine the filling ingredients until thoroughly mixed. If the mixture seems dry, add in a tablespoon of water as necessary.
- Spoon the filling mixture onto the crust and return it to the oven, baking for another 15-20 minutes until set.
- Allow the baked bars to cool before refrigerating until fully chilled. Finally, lift them out with the parchment paper and slice into squares to serve.