Description
Lowcountry Chewies are a delightful Southern dessert featuring a chewy, buttery base with a hint of pecan crunch. These bars are a perfect combination of sweet and nutty flavors, making them a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture. Fold in pecans.
- Bake: Spread the batter in the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts for pecans if desired.
- Avoid overbaking for a chewier texture.
- Adding cinnamon can enhance the flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
