APPLE-PECAN DESSERT SQUARES

Apple-Pecan Dessert Squares image

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup butter or margarine
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples (about 2 medium)
1 egg, slightly beaten
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon and baking soda.
With pastry blender or fork, cut in 3/4 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in apples and egg. Press mixture firmly in pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until puffed in center.
Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, combine all topping ingredients except whipped topping. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
Remove apple layer from oven. Drizzle hot topping over warm apple layer; spread evenly. Return to oven; bake 4 to 6 minutes longer or until topping is bubbly. Cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours. With serrated knife, cut into squares. Serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 5, ServingSize 1 Serving