Hungarian Pecan Bars

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Delicious Hungarian Pecan Bars recipe for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 cups flour , plus
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter , room temperature
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon Southern Comfort
4 cups pecans , finely chopped
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 egg whites

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
556
Sugar
25g
Fat
43g
The Hungarian Pecan Bars are a dessert bar that originated in Hungary and is now a popular dessert in North America. This dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings and perfect for any occasion as it is easy to make and can be customized to suit different tastes. The pecan bars have a crunchy crust with a sweet and nutty filling that is decadent and delicious. It is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Stir together 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup white sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
3.Cut in butter with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Stir in egg yolks and Southern Comfort.
5.Press dough into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan.
6.Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
7.Combine pecans, 1/2 cup white sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
8.Fold beaten egg whites into the pecan mixture until evenly distributed.
9.Spread pecan mixture over the crust.
10.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

The Hungarian Pecan Bars are crunchy and sweet, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.

It is easy to make and requires simple ingredients that can be found in your pantry.

Perfect for any occasion like a holiday or a family gathering.

CONS

The pecan bars contain a high amount of calories and fat.

Should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not particularly healthy, the pecans in this recipe contain healthy fats and protein.
Pecans have also been linked to reducing inflammation in the body and improving heart health.

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