Maple Pecan Shortbread Squares

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.33 cups packed brown sugar
• 0.5 cups softened butter
• 1 large egg
• 0.33 cups packed brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 0.5 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. 2

   Combine flour and 1/3 cup brown sugar in a mixer. Mix in softened butter until a dough has formed. Press into an ungreased 8x8-inch baking pan; prick dough with a fork.

3. 3

   Bake shortbread in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, beat egg in a mixing bowl along with 1/3 cup brown sugar, maple syrup, and pecans. Pour pecan mixture over hot crust, and return to oven. Continue baking until topping has firmed, 12 to 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from oven, and immediately run a knife around the edges to prevent sticking. Cool completely, then cut into 1-inch bar cookies to serve.