Pecan Pie Bars Recipe Southern Comfort Made Easy

Instructions:

1. Whisk together flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
2. Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender (or pulse in a food processor) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together.
4. Press the dough into the prepared baking pan, ensuring an even layer.
5. Prick the crust with a fork to prevent puffing.
6. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. Line the chilled crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
9. Bake for 15 minutes.
10. Remove the parchment paper and weights and bake for another 5 minutes, or until lightly golden.
11. In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup until smooth.
12. Whisk in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and salt.
13. Fold in the pecan halves.
14. Pour the pecan filling over the pre-baked crust.
15. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden brown.
16. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.