Not Derby Pie Bars

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut two 12-inch lengths of parchment paper and trim each to fit the 8-inch width of an 8×8-inch square baking pan. Press it into the bottom and sides of your pan in one direction, then use the second sheet to line the rest of the pan, perpendicular to the first sheet.

Step 2

Make the crust: Combine the flour, salt and sugar in the bowl of a food processor. Cut the butter into chunks, and add it to the bowl, then run the machine until the mixture forms large clumps — that’s right, just keep running it; it might take another 30 seconds for it to come together, but it will.

Step 3

Transfer the dough clumps to prepared baking pan and press it evenly across the bottom and 1/4-inch up the sides. Bake for 15 minutes, until very pale golden. Meanwhile, prepare the filling.

Step 4

Whisk sugars into melted butter until smooth, then egg, yolk, salt, and vanilla.

Step 5

Stir in flour until just combined, then mix in chocolate and nuts. Pour over par-baked crust, spreading evenly.

Step 6

Bake bars: For 20 to 25 minutes, until top is firm and golden.