Recipe

Pecan Squares Courtesy Of The Barefoot Contessa Recipe

Add Step-by-Step Photos	Henrie / All my dishes 7 months, 2 weeks ago Picture speaks for itself, what more can I say, YUM :) Prep:25m Cook:45m Servings:24	Henrie
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Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds unsalted butter, room temperature

3/4 cup granulated sugar

3 extra-large eggs

3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

Topping:

1 pound unsalted butter

1 cup good honey

3 cups light brown sugar, packed

1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

1 teaspoon grated orange zest

1/4 cup heavy cream

2 pounds pecans, coarsely chopped

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

For the crust, beat the butter and granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, until light approximately 3 minutes.

Add the eggs and the vanilla and mix well.

Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Mix the dry ingredients into the batter with the mixer on low speed until just combined.

Press the dough evenly into an ungreased 18 by 12 by 1-inch baking sheet, making an edge around the outside. It will be very sticky; sprinkle the dough and your hands lightly with flour.

Bake for 15 minutes, until the crust is set but not browned.

Allow to cool.

For the topping, combine the butter, honey, brown sugar, and zests in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Cook over low heat until the butter is melted, using a wooden spoon to stir. Raise the heat and boil for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Stir in the heavy cream and pecans. Pour over the crust, trying not to get the filling between the crust and the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is set.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold.

Cut into bars, dip one end in melted chocolate about one inch only and serve.

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Comments

organicmama 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
Sounds delicious! But where is the schnapps? Oh sorry, I thought I was talking to Shirley.

henrie 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
LOL you can have that on the side :)

crystalwaters 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
I've watched while Ina prepared these on one of her shows. I love her stuff and have been wanting to try these, so thanks for the post!

annieamie 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
Yum is right! Maybe we can dip these into our fudge recipes, Henrie! lol .. With food like this, I may never eat an egg again for breakfast! I want this recipe now! Thanks for the recipe!

krumkake 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
Beautiful! You're right - the picture pretty much says it all. Ina does wonderful desserts, and I'm sure this one won't disappoint...thanks henrie!

coffeyhouse 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
Henrie! I just keep running into you! I love the Bare Foot Contessa, she's my favorite next to Giada! I know these will be good! Thank YOU!

kukla 7 months, 2 weeks ago said:
LOVE pecan pie, but this makes pie look.... boring! And chocolate to boot??? I feel my waistline expanding just looking at them! Thanks Henrie!