Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup dark corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Creole cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foil
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix until the dough forms a ball.
3. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
4. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, dark corn syrup, eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
5. Add the softened Creole cream cheese to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
6. Stir in the chopped pecans.
7. Pour the mixture over the baked crust.
8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes or until the filling is set.
10. Let the bars cool completely before slicing and serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 50 minutes
Temperature:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Serving size:
- Makes 12-16 bars
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 130mg
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 33g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour or almond flour.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
- Light corn syrup can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Dark corn syrup can be substituted with molasses or brown rice syrup.
- Creole cream cheese can be substituted with regular cream cheese or ricotta cheese.
- Pecans can be substituted with walnuts or almonds.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut to the filling mixture.
- Use graham cracker crumbs instead of the flour for the crust.
- Top the bars with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Add a tablespoon of bourbon or rum to the filling mixture for a boozy twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the Creole cream cheese is softened before adding it to the filling mixture.
- Use a rubber spatula to spread the dough evenly in the baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil to prevent the crust from burning.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing to prevent the filling from oozing out.
Storage instructions:
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the bars on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Dust the bars with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve the bars with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Cut the bars into smaller pieces and serve as bite-sized treats.
Garnishes:
- Chopped pecans
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Hot tea
- Milk
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla yogurt
- Green salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the filling is too runny, bake the bars for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the filling is set.
- If the crust is too hard, reduce the baking time by 5 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Store the bars in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
- Make sure the eggs are fully cooked before serving.
Food history:
- Creole cream cheese is a type of cheese that originated in Louisiana in the 19th century. It is made from skim milk and has a tangy flavor similar to sour cream.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Nutty
- Creamy
- Tangy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the bars as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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