Peach-Pecan Bars

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Peach-Pecan Bars
13 min.
10
388kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of summer all year round with our Peach-Pecan Bars! These scrumptious treats are not only dairy-free but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them a wonderful addition to any gathering. With just 13 minutes of active prep time, you can whip up a batch that serves 10 people, perfect for family picnics, potlucks, or afternoon tea with friends.

The combination of sweet peach preserves and crunchy pecans creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will surely impress your guests. The buttery crust, made from convenient refrigerated sugar cookie dough, serves as the perfect foundation for the fruity filling, while the toasted pecans add an irresistible nutty aroma and crunch.

Rich in flavor yet light on the palate, these Peach-Pecan Bars clock in at only 388 calories per serving, allowing you to enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt. Whether you choose to serve them warm from the oven or at room temperature, these bars will satisfy your dessert cravings and leave everyone asking for seconds. So roll up your sleeves, grab your ingredients, and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible Peach-Pecan Bars that will transport your taste buds straight to a summer peach orchard!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • cup peach preserves 
  • 0.8 cup pecans chopped
  • 10 servings powdered sugar 
  • 16.5 oz sugar cookie dough refrigerated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Place pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan.
  2. Bake at 350 for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring once after 5 minutes.
  3. Divide cookie dough into 3 equal pieces, and press evenly onto bottom of a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle evenly with pecans, pressing into dough.
  5. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  6. Bring peach preserves and cornstarch to a boil in a small saucepan. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  7. Pour preserve mixture evenly over warm crust.
  8. Bake at 350 for 8 minutes.
  9. Remove pan from oven, and cool on a wire rack 20 minutes.
  10. Sprinkle evenly with powdered sugar, and cut into bars.
  11. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
  12. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Pillsbury Create 'n
  13. Bake Sugar refrigerated cookie dough.

Nutrition Facts

Calories388kcal
Protein2.8%
Fat34.46%
Carbs62.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.5
Glycemic Load
12.71
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
5.1456521529218%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.88mg
Delphinidin
0.6mg
Catechin
0.59mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:387.6kcal
19.38%
Fat:15.02g
23.11%
Saturated Fat:3.05g
19.05%
Carbohydrates:61.55g
20.52%
Net Carbohydrates:59.96g
21.81%
Sugar:41.72g
46.35%
Cholesterol:5.15mg
1.72%
Sodium:147.2mg
6.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.75g
5.5%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.3%
Phosphorus:108.21mg
10.82%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.35%
Folate:35.01µg
8.75%
Copper:0.15mg
7.51%
Iron:1.25mg
6.92%
Fiber:1.58g
6.33%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.18%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.59%
Vitamin K:4.4µg
4.19%
Vitamin C:3.08mg
3.74%
Potassium:128.63mg
3.68%
Magnesium:14.54mg
3.63%
Selenium:2.5µg
3.57%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.36%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.92%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.64%
Calcium:16.35mg
1.64%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.63%
Source:My Recipes