Description
Maple Pecan Cream Cheese Bars are a delicious dessert that combines the rich flavors of cream cheese, maple syrup, and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add to the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- These bars can be served warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Maple Pecan Cream Cheese Bars, dessert, baking, pecans, cream cheese