Description
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with these irresistible Kentucky Derby Bars, a delightful twist on the traditional Derby Pie. Bursting with rich chocolate and crunchy pecans, these bars are perfect for any festive occasion or simply as a sweet treat at home. With a buttery crust and a gooey filling, they offer a taste of the South that everyone will adore. Quick to prepare and easy to serve, these crowd-pleasers make an excellent addition to your dessert table, ensuring every bite is filled with flavor and nostalgia.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup 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 the 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 bowl, whisk together flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Cut in softened butter until crumbly. Press into the pan evenly.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly browned.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, pecans, and chocolate chips until well combined. Pour over the baked crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set. Let cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg