Maple Pecan Bars

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350; position oven rack in the lowest third of the oven; spray bottom only of a 13x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the brownie mix and melted butter with a wooden spoon just until blended and all dry ingredients are moistened.

3. 3

   Press mixture into prepared pan.

4. 4

   Bake 15 minutes; remove from oven (leave oven on).

5. 5

   Meanwhile, in a bowl whisk the condensed milk, egg, and maple extract together; stir in pecans.

6. 6

   Spoon and spread mixture over hot crust; sprinkle with chocolate chips.

7. 7

   Bake 20-22 minutes, until golden at edges and just set in the center.

8. 8

   Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.

9. 9

   Cut into bars and serve.

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