Pecan Dandy Do’s

Pecan Dandy Do’s – A Sweet and Buttery Southern Delight

If you’ve ever longed for that perfect dessert that strikes a balance between gooey caramel sweetness, buttery crust, and crunchy toasted pecans, Pecan Dandy Do’s are your next baking obsession. This old-fashioned Southern treat is a twist on the classic pecan bar — rich, nutty, and impossible to resist. The recipe combines a soft, golden shortbread base with a luscious, toffee-like pecan filling baked to perfection. Let’s dive into how to make these decadent bars step by step.

🥧 What Are Pecan Dandy Do’s?

Pecan Dandy Do’s are chewy, buttery dessert bars layered with a tender shortbread crust and a rich caramel-pecan topping. They’re often described as “pecan pie in a bar,” but with a texture that’s both slightly chewy and delightfully crisp at the edges. These bars are perfect for holidays, bake sales, or just as an indulgent treat with a cup of coffee.

🧈 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Crust:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup light corn syrup (or golden syrup)
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1½ cups chopped pecans

🥄 Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare Your Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing a little overhang on the sides for easy removal later. Lightly grease it with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2: Make the Buttery Crust

In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the flour and salt, mixing until crumbly but cohesive — the dough should resemble coarse crumbs that hold together when pressed.

Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your prepared pan to form an even layer.
Bake the crust for 12–15 minutes, just until lightly golden and set.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

Step 3: Create the Gooey Pecan Filling

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until the mixture is glossy and well combined.
Fold in the chopped pecans — they’ll float beautifully in the rich syrup mixture.

Please Head On keep   Reading  (>)