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Brown Sugar Pecan Cinnamon Roll Fudge Bars

  • Author: Jason Miller
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x

Description

Sweet, nutty, and gooey, these bars combine the best parts of cinnamon rolls and creamy fudge with crunchy toasted pecans. Easy to make, they’re perfect for busy families, potlucks, or holiday brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides. Lightly grease the paper. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toast chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly browned (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to wet, stirring just until no dry streaks remain. Batter will be thick.
  5. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan. If sticky, use a spatula sprayed with nonstick spray.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the cinnamon swirl. Dollop spoonfuls across the batter, then use a knife to gently swirl.
  7. Bake for 22-25 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Bars will firm up as they cool.
  8. While bars bake, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  9. As soon as bars come out of the oven, pour the fudge mixture over the warm base. Use a spatula to spread evenly. Sprinkle toasted pecans on top, pressing gently.
  10. Let bars cool in the pan at room temperature for 60-90 minutes. For easier slicing, chill in the fridge for 30-45 minutes.
  11. Lift bars out using the parchment overhang. Slice into squares or rectangles. Wipe knife clean between cuts if fudge sticks.

Notes

Toast pecans for best flavor. Don’t overmix the batter after adding flour. Swirl cinnamon mixture gently for visible swirls. Pour fudge over warm (not hot) bars for best texture. Chill before slicing for clean cuts. For gluten-free, use a GF flour blend; for dairy-free, use plant-based butter and coconut condensed milk.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (1/24 of recipe)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 60
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2

Keywords: cinnamon roll bars, fudge bars, pecan dessert, easy dessert, homemade bars, cinnamon dessert, holiday baking, potluck dessert, brunch treat

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