Chewy Pecan Squares

Ingredients

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
• 1 cup of chopped pecans
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut the butter into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the pecans.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and vanilla extract. Stir into the flour mixture until the dough comes together.
6. Spread the dough into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

Interesting Facts

• Pecans are high in healthy fats, fiber, and minerals including zinc, magnesium, and iron.
• Pecans also contain antioxidants which can help protect against certain types of cancer.
• Pecans are a great source of energy as they contain natural sugars.