5 from 1 vote

These bar cookies are so delicious. The base is perfectly chewy, the topping is rich and sweet - they really taste a lot like pecan pie. They're so easy to make, but they are so good they're perfect for the holidays - to serve to guests or to gift. I made them the first time a few years ago, and have made them as gifts several times since. I have gotten nothing but rave reviews and they have become a definite favorite of mine.

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English Cherubs Bar Cookies

These bar cookies are so delicious. The base is perfectly chewy, the topping is rich and sweet - they really taste a lot like pecan pie.

5 from 1 vote

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Course: Baking, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: Servings

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Ben Rayl

Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar - firmly packed, separated
½ cup butter
1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup coconut - flaked
½ cup pecans - chopped (or walnuts)
pinch of salt

Instructions

Pre heat oven to 350 F (175 C) and grease a baking dish (9"x 9").
Combine ½ cup of the brown sugar, the butter, flour and a dash of salt.
Mix together with your hands until very combined, then press well into the bottom of your baking dish and set aside.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer until foamy, about 2 or 3 minutes.
Add the remaining brown sugar, the sugar, vanilla, and salt and mix well, then stir in the coconut and nuts.
Pour the mixture over the base in the baking dish and bake in the oven for about 30 - 35 minutes, or until the top is set and lightly browned.