Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Kentucky Derby Bars, a delightful dessert inspired by the classic Derby Pie. This easy-to-make treat features a buttery crust layered with a luscious filling of chocolate and crunchy pecans. Perfect for any gathering, these bars capture the essence of Southern tradition and are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup dark corn syrup
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 13×9-inch baking pan by lining it with aluminum foil and spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Cut in softened butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly browned.
- Prepare the filling: In another bowl, combine brown sugar, dark corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, pecans, and chocolate chips. Pour over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg