Ginger-Pecan Bars Recipe

Name: Ginger-Pecan Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 1 cup butter, softened, divided; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 Tbsp. vanilla, divided; 2-1/4 cups flour; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 2 eggs; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 2/3 cup light corn syrup; 2 cups chopped PLANTERS Pecans; 1/2 cup chopped crystallized ginger; 2 oz. (1/2 of 4 oz. pkg.) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, broken into pieces

Servings: persons

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened, divided
1 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla, divided
2-1/4 cups flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup light corn syrup
2 cups chopped PLANTERS Pecans
1/2 cup chopped crystallized ginger
2 oz. (1/2 of 4 oz. pkg.) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, broken into pieces

1
Beat cream cheese, 3/4 cup butter, granulated sugar and 2 tsp.
2
vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended.
3
Add flour and baking soda; mix well.
4
Refrigerate 30 min.
5
Heat oven to 350F.
6
Line 15x10x1-inch pan with parchment, with ends of parchment extending over sides.
7
Press cream cheese mixture onto bottom of prepared pan.
8
Bake 18 to 20 min.
9
or until lightly browned.
10
Meanwhile, melt remaining butter; pour into medium bowl.
11
Add eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup and remaining vanilla; beat with whisk until blended.
12
Stir in nuts and ginger.
13
Spread nut mixture onto crust.
14
Bake 20 to 25 min.
15
or until topping is firm around edges but still slightly soft in center.
16
Cool completely.
17
Melt chocolate as directed on package; drizzle over dessert.
18
Let stand until chocolate is firm before cutting dessert into bars.

1757

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

175

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, 1 cup butter, softened, divided, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp. vanilla, divided, and more.

Yes, Ginger-Pecan Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ginger-Pecan Bars

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