Lite Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Lite Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Lite Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars, a perfect dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and pecans in a lighter, dairy-free version. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these bars are sure to impress with their decadent taste and satisfying texture.

Imagine biting into a buttery, crumbly crust that serves as the perfect foundation for a luscious filling made with Karo® Lite Syrup, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and nuttiness, making it an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers and nut enthusiasts alike.

What sets these bars apart is not just their delicious flavor but also their thoughtful preparation. With a total time of just 190 minutes, including cooling, you can easily whip up a batch to share with friends and family. Plus, with 24 servings, there's plenty to go around, making them an ideal choice for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. These Lite Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars are not only a delightful treat but also a testament to how you can enjoy dessert without compromising on flavor or dietary preferences. Dive into this recipe and savor the joy of baking!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch argo®
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • 1.3 cups frangelico karo®
  • ounces pecans chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup bittersweet chocolate 
  • 1.5 cups sugar divided
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract pure spice islands®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Combine flour, 1/4 cup sugar and corn starch in a large bowl.
  3. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press into greased 13 x 9-inch pan.
  4. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 15 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  5. To Make Filling: Stir together syrup, remaining sugar, eggs, salt and vanilla in a large bowl until blended.
  6. Add pecans and chocolate chips.
  7. Pour over crust and bake an additional 35 minutes until filling is firm around the edges and slightly soft in center.
  8. Cool completely, about 2 hours, before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories240kcal
Protein4.74%
Fat53.07%
Carbs42.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.46
Glycemic Load
13.07
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.8978260904551%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.76mg
Delphinidin
0.52mg
Catechin
0.51mg
Epigallocatechin
0.4mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:240.13kcal
12.01%
Fat:14.42g
22.19%
Saturated Fat:3.47g
21.69%
Carbohydrates:25.8g
8.6%
Net Carbohydrates:24.3g
8.84%
Sugar:15.51g
17.24%
Cholesterol:27.72mg
9.24%
Sodium:102.8mg
4.47%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.17%
100%
Caffeine:6.27mg
2.09%
Protein:2.9g
5.8%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.67%
Copper:0.19mg
9.75%
Selenium:5.93µg
8.47%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.61%
Iron:1.15mg
6.39%
Phosphorus:63.54mg
6.35%
Magnesium:24.33mg
6.08%
Vitamin A:300.96IU
6.02%
Fiber:1.5g
5.99%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.3%
Folate:19.37µg
4.84%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.45%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.07%
Vitamin E:0.44mg
2.96%
Potassium:92.57mg
2.64%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.36%
Calcium:17.11mg
1.71%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.7%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.42%
Source:Allrecipes