Southern Pecan Pie Bars feature the classic gooey, caramel-like pecan pie filling topped with lightly candied pecans in a soft, buttery shortbread crust.
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the ingredients for the crust. Spread crust mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 9"x13" baking dish. Bake at 350°F. If using a light-colored of glass pan, bake for 25-30 minutes. If using a dark pan, cook for 15-20 minutes. Edges of the crust should be lightly browned and crust should be mostly cooked through.
2. While crust is baking, prepare the filling. Combine eggs, corn syrup, butter, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl and whisk together. Stir in pecans.