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Gooey German Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

Gooey German Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars That Steal the Show

Gooey German Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars are an irresistible fusion of chocolate cake and pecan pie, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour no substitutions recommended
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt use kosher or sea salt
Filling
  • 1 cup chopped pecans fresh pecans preferred
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut unsweetened can be used
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips dark chocolate can deepen flavor
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup dark corn syrup for richer taste
  • 3 large eggs beaten; flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
Topping
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk evaporated milk can lighten it
  • 1/4 cup butter unsalted recommended
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips dark chocolate for a bolder taste

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Combine flour, butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan evenly and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
  4. Mix chopped pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips in a bowl; set aside.
  5. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and butter; cook on medium heat until melted and simmering.
  6. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then whisk in eggs and vanilla.
  7. Pour the filling over the crust, sprinkle the pecan mixture on top, and press down gently.
  8. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the filling is set and slightly puffed.
  9. For the topping, melt condensed milk, butter, and chocolate chips together over low heat until smooth.
  10. Pour the chocolate topping over the warm bars and let cool completely, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.1mg

Notes

These bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

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