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Decadent Bourbon Brown Sugar Derby Pie Bars

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These bars offer a rich, buttery crust and luscious filling with a subtle bourbon kick, perfect for an indulgent yet easy homemade treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups (330g) packed brown sugar (preferably dark brown sugar)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Kentucky bourbon
  • 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans
  • Optional: ½ cup (90g) semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized bits.
  3. Press the crust evenly into the prepared pan, covering the bottom fully and packing it tightly. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges turn golden.
  4. While the crust bakes, whisk together 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar, 3 large eggs, 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons bourbon until smooth and glossy.
  5. Fold in 1 cup chopped pecans and, if using, ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the filling over the hot crust and spread evenly with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set.
  8. Slice into bars using a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts.

Notes

Keep butter cold for a flaky crust. Avoid overmixing the filling to prevent cracks. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly. Cool bars completely before slicing for best texture. Substitute bourbon with vanilla extract or maple syrup for a non-alcoholic version.

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Keywords: bourbon, brown sugar, derby pie, dessert bars, pecans, homemade treats, easy dessert, bourbon dessert

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