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Kentucky Derby Pie Bars

Kentucky Derby Pie Bars

JC Phelps
Kentucky Derby Pie Bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with rich chocolate, pecans, and a classic gooey filling.
5 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 811 kcal

Ingredients
  

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 3 cups crushed honey graham crackers
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Filling

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions
 

Prepare the Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, egg white, and vanilla extract. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely.

Prepare the Filling

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and corn syrup until smooth.
  • Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and kosher salt. Whisk until fully combined.
  • Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips.
  • Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust.
  • Bake for 38–40 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Let the crust cool completely before adding the filling to keep the layers distinct.
  • Toast the pecans for a few minutes before adding them for even more flavor.
  • Line the baking dish with parchment paper for easier removal and cleaner slices.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting for the neatest squares.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 811kcalCarbohydrates: 105gProtein: 11gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 484mgPotassium: 415mgFiber: 7gSugar: 65gVitamin A: 113IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 126mgIron: 5mg
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