Chocolate pecan squares

Chocolate pecan squares

Ingredients/Components

• butter, softened - 1/2 c
• salt - 1/4 tsp
• flour - 1 c
• brown sugar - 1/2 c
• chocolate chips - 1 c
• corn syrup - 2/3 c
• powdered sugar - 2 Tbsp
• pecans - 1 c
• lemon juice - 1 Tbsp
• egg yolk - 1 item
• Topping:3 eggs

How to make chocolate pecan squares:

Topping:3 eggs1/2 c. brown sugar2 Tbsp. flour1/4 tsp. salt2/3 c. corn syrup1 Tbsp. lemon juice1 c. pecans1 c. chocolate chips Base: Combine butter and egg yolk in a mixing bowl. Add flour and powdered sugar. Press into a greased 8-inch square pan. Bake for 15 minutes at 350°.

Topping: In a large bowl, beat eggs until slightly foamy. Combine brown sugar, flour and salt. Stir into the eggs until blended. Beat in the corn syrup and lemon juice. Stir in the pecans and chocolate chips. Spread over the base. Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is set and the edges are browned. Cut into squares when cold.

Recipe categories: Desserts, < 60 mins, For large groups.