Description
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with these delectable Kentucky Derby Bars, a rich and chewy treat that captures the essence of the iconic Derby Pie. Infused with traditional flavors of butter, eggs, pecans, and chocolate, these bars are perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to casual cravings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup dark corn syrup
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 13×9-inch baking pan with aluminum foil and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Use a pastry blender to cut in softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
- Press the crust mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine brown sugar, dark corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 30-35 minutes or until set.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg