Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and melted butter until a crumbly dough forms. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- While the crust is baking, whisk the eggs, golden syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
Pro Tips:
- Use fresh pecans: For the best flavor, make sure your pecans are fresh and not stale.
- Line the pan: Parchment paper makes it easy to lift the bars out of the pan for easy cutting.
- Don’t overbake: Keep an eye on the bars while baking. The filling should be set but still slightly soft in the center for that perfect gooey texture.
Nutrition per serving (1 bar):
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 3g
- Sugars: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 110mg