These Pecan Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, featuring a delicious crust made with coconut oil and spelt flour, a flavorful apricot filling, and a crunchy streusel topping. The combination of sweet apricots, toasted pecans, and aromatic spices creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. These bars are not only delicious but also dairy-free, making them suitable for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.

Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 100 grams melted coconut oil
- 50 grams panela sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams white spelt flour
For the filling:
- 5 ripe apricots, thinly sliced
- 50 grams panela sugar
- 15 grams white spelt flour
- Juice from half a lemon
- A pinch of smoked salt
For the streusel topping:
- 50 grams old-fashioned oats
- 70 grams panela sugar
- 30 grams white spelt flour
- 50 grams coconut oil
- 80 grams toasted pecans, crushed
Instructions:
- Prepare the crust:
- In a bowl, combine white spelt flour, panela sugar, and salt.
- Add melted coconut oil and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Press the mixture into a baking pan and bake at 150ºC (300F) for 12-15 minutes.
- Allow the crust to cool.
- Prepare the filling:
- In a separate bowl, mix sliced apricots with lemon juice, flour, salt, and spices.
- Pour the apricot mixture over the baked crust.
- Make the streusel topping:
- Combine oats, panela sugar, white spelt flour, coconut oil, and crushed toasted pecans in a bowl.
- Cover the apricot filling with the streusel topping.
- Bake the bars:
- Increase the oven temperature to 175ºC (350F) and bake the bars for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy:
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
- Serve the pecan pie bars with some dairy-free ice cream for a delightful treat.
Tips:
- Make sure to evenly spread the crust mixture in the baking pan to ensure an even base for the filling.
- Adjust the sweetness of the filling according to your taste preferences and the natural sweetness of the apricots.
- Be careful not to overbake the bars to prevent them from becoming too dry. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes of baking.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them to ensure clean slices and prevent crumbling.
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